Estes Park High School - Whispering Pine Yearbook (Estes Park, CO)

Text from Pages 1 - 104 of the 1979 volume:

yCA+'vt tLy Ayt VJM Ud- 1 . A 4C C4 1. . . lo 2 Zfob- H ht if A vV £ M-J- kcAyjtAjOOAk w AC OtyXoi. AvJ- tt Cftf. a Aw v COA cA 4 C4 n ctc4 A £ fitXctyA l 1 y o V w bJcz V. J BUBBLE. BUBBLE. TOIL AND TROUBLE Joy Baker. Jessica Patterson, and Melanie Murphy engage in a lesser-known extracurricular activity. 2 Opening Vfv icthsol____ Frankly speaking, a school year is only what each individual makes it. And it is different for every person according to his or her abilities and interests. The choice of activities offered at Estes Park High School left little excuse for idleness. And though many appeared indifferent (especially the more elderly of the student body), people certainly seemed to enjoy being bored. In fact, some of us may have had too much of “everything.” The schedule of an overloaded student might include six classes, plus basketball, a bit of Student Council, some Mountaineering Club, tormenting freshmen, perhaps running rampant . . . the list goes on and on. Naturally. Estes Park High School didn’t hold “everything” for everybody. School never will fulfill the needs of some people. But, just as it takes all kinds to make a world, so schools have all types. Some students would rather be selling double-dip ice cream cones to Texans than calculating the velocity of a sparrow in flight. But all students will remember something about Estes Park High School, whether it be good or bad. The following pages show the agony and the ecstasy, the letdowns and the triumphs . . . everything you’ve always wanted. RABBIT PUNCH. Ann Houtz (left). properly bedecked in homecoming attire, shows the authentic method of doing the Bunny Hop to the photographer. WE RE ALL IN THIS TOGETHER. Matt Coale (right) pulls heroically with the hope of securing a victory for the Sophomores in the tug-of-war held during homecoming festivities. Opening 3 BUBBLE YOUR PLEASURE. Dave Kcnimcr demonstrates his tough study methods in the library. Activities were varied througn-out the year. Some organizations climbed mountains, while others seemed to be organized for nothing other than getting a seat in Student Council. Regardless of the activity, it seemed to find a number of interested students. As a matter of fact, many practically lived at the school. Of course, there were the usual number of students who decided clubs and organizations weren’t worth the time or effort. A large number of outgoing students concentrated their time on less conventional activities, such as food fights or meditating in class, which broke the monontony of the day for the more introverted types. Finding available time on the calendar proved to be a difficult feat for sponsors. The best bet was to get there first, as there were so many clubs and organizations. A lot of students would rather have been caught dead than be involved in any school function. Generally, the feeling was if a student didn’t want to be active, the group didn’t want them. 4 Activities division page CONCENTRATION IS THE KEY. Caren Grady diligently practices her skill on the balance beam. FREE AND EASY. Lisa Abrames proves once again that the beam is easier than it looks. Young gymnasts improve As popularity has grown toward gymnastics, so has support. The girls gave a good showing, ending up with numerous second and third places. Three girls qualified for the AA state meet held on Nov. 4, in their first four meets. Though only freshmen. Lisa Abrames and Carolyn Backstrum competed in the floor exercises, receiving 6.5 and 6.6 respectively. Abrames also did quite well on the vault, coming in 13th. Senior Michelle Snyder was disqualified from the contest because of an absence the previous school day. Other team members included Cathie Albrecht. Caren Grady. Audre Morris, Lisa Pederson and Debbie Williams. Coach Pat Boyle commented, Considering the size of the team and the equipment they had to work with, the girls did exceptionally well. They improved with every meet.” Unlike previous years, the team was school financed. This gave the team more time to concentrate on the sport, rather than beg for private donations. Coach Boyle hopes for a better season next year, as only one senior will be lost from the squad. Gymnastics team picture is on page 76. Gymnastics 5 Gridders close out at 1-8 REST-FOR THE MOMENT. Instead of listening to the coach’s half-time talk. Scott Perersen tries to regain energy for the second half at Eaton. Individually we are good, but as a team, we stink.” cited Tim Crowley as the final gun sounded at the U-High game. The team reiterated this thought as they ended the season with a 1-8 record. The Bobcats started the season on the wrong foot by losing to the Middle Park Panthers 27-0. They followed their zero score pattern until the fourth game, when they finally scored a touchdown against the Windsor Wizards. Homecoming was a big letdown with the seniors as they were defeated by the Berthoud Spartans. The homecoming loss was second only to the Highland game as far as letdowns go- The ’Cats went into the contest against the winless Huskies and dropped into last place by a field goal FOOTBALL 1 Win. 8 Losses Estes Park Opponent 0 Middle Park 27 0 Lyons 36 0 Olathe 32 7 Windsor 14 7 Berthoud 18 7 Eaton 21 0 Highland 3 9 University 35 18 Nederland 14 (Team picture is on page 74) as the game ended 3-0 in favor of the Huskies. Score.” was the dominant word before each game, but was never enforced during most of the games as the ’Cats were outscored 198-48 for the season. What can you say when you’re 1-8,” commented Head Coach Perry Black. I felt like we were outmanned in the majority of the games we played. This was indicative in the last game of the season against Nederland. in which we won 18-14. I was proud of the player’s perseverance to the end, despite the season.” reflected Coach Black. The season ended in the usual way with the sports awards banquet. At the dinner. Dan Sinner was given the Gold Helmet Best Lineman Award and Mark Denning received the Gold Helmet Best Backfield Award and was honored as the Most Improved Offensive Player. Steve Abrames was also honored as the Most Improved Defensive Player. The presentations were concluded by The Bonecrusher Award, which was presented to Scott Miller. PASS OR RUN? During half time. Quarterback John Brandly intently talks to Coach Brian Martens about the team's second half. 6 Football LET'S GO HOME. While relaxing between plays during the Windsor game. Glenn Dunmire (left) displays his feelings about the game. POINTS-FINALLY. The Bobcats score their second touchdown of the year (below) during the homecoming game with the Berthoud Spartans. REALLY WORTH IT? Most of the team stuck it out to the end of the long nine-game season despite the mud and snow practices. Football 7 SWEET SMILE OF VICTORY Kelly Maher (right) grins victoriously during a team huddle. WHOSE BALL? Unsure players Steph Austin and Carol Duell (below) eye the falling ball. THUMBS UP. Sharon Dermody bumps the ball in the ’Cats victory at Roosevelt. 8 Volleyball V’ballers improve record Improving vastly over their last two years, the volleyball team ended their season with a record of 4-13. According to Head Coach Joan Siudzinski. the top game of the season was against the Lyons Lions, who were the 79 state champs in division A. Even though the team was defeated, she felt as though they played a good defensive game. “The team was much better defensively, but they needed more offense to be really strong. “Miss ALL TOGETHER NOW. JV players (left) joyously celebrate their victory over Eric. READY TO SET. Carol Swickard, Steff Ebel. and Lisa Harvill (below) await the serve. Siudzinski noted. Games against Roosevelt and Weld Central were the first league wins in volleyball history. The team won by scores of 16-14, 15-13 and 15-9, 15-7 respectively. The annual fall sports banquet honored five players for their outstanding performances. Included were: Sandy Gugler- Most Valuable Player, Lisa Harvill- Team Captain, Jan Johnson- Best Offensive, Steph Austin- Best Defensive, and Carol Caldwell- Most Improved. “The team really improved throughout the year. They were respectable in most of their matches,” Coach Siudzinski concluded. VOLLEYBALL 4 Wins. 13 Losses Estes Park Opponent 15,15 West Grand 7.9 14.8 Middle Park 16,15 8,15,10 Erie 15,3,15 12,7 Berthoud 15,15 5,15,11 Lyons 15,8,15 5.4 Highland 15,15 2.9 Windsor 15,15 6,15,15 Weld Central 15.4.13 3.2 Valley 15,15 15,16 Roosevelt 13,14 14,5 University 16,15 8,15,8 Fort Lupton 15,12,15 1.5 Platte Valley 15,15 14,15,11 Eaton 16,10,15 15,15 Nederland 8,8 6,14 Highland 15,16 3.8 Eaton 15,15 (Team picture is on page 75) Volleyball 9 Cross-country, golf highlight fall sports Getting financial help from the school board this year helped the golf team to a better season. Green fees, transportation, and coach’s salary were included in the board’s funding. Coached by Mr. Jim Williamson, the team consisted of 21 members, including two girls, Toni Brown and Heidi Bigler. The top four players were Kevin Schumaker. Steve Thomson, Bart Verry, and Junior Doug Miller, with Dave Bush acting as alternate. The team played a greater number of tournaments this year, 10 varsity and three JV, which was an increase over last year. The cross country runners’ second season closed after only two meets. The team was coached by Mr. Mike Wilson, who was not hired until two weeks of school had passed. Because of the season’s late start, the team only participated in the Windsor Invitational and the district meet in Greeley. The district meet was held on ROUND’S END. Doug Miller taps in a putt on the 18th at the Estes Park Country Club. Oct. 27 at Highland Hills Country Club in Greeley. Tracy Atkins placed fifth with a time of 21:15 in the girls’ division. Andrew Puszman placed 32nd, with a time of 18:32, in a field of well over 50 runners on the three mile course. Golf and cross-country team pictures are on pages 77 and 78 respectively. WATCH THE BIRDIE. Doug Gardiner (above) eyes his six foot putt as it heads for the cup. ONLY HALF WAY. Andrew Puszman (right) trudges on at the Windsor Invitational, where he placed 20th in a field of over 60 runners. 10 Golf and cross-country SMOOTH STRIDE. Tracy Atkins, the only female harrier, shows the winning form which earned her fifth place at the district meet. Golf and cross-country 11 mm - It was a big year for Agatha Christie. The Estes Park Fine Arts Guild presented a classic murder mystery play, “The Mousetrap.” Warner Brothers released the movie Agatha.” Interested EPHS students produced a live drama version of Christie’s book, “Ten Little Indians,” during the second weekend in November. Directed by Mr. David Flom, the play was deemed a dramatic success. The play concerns 10 people trapped on an isolated island. One by one the 10 characters are murdered mysteriously. As the people are killed, tension and terror mount up to the exciting finish. The cast was headed by Dennis Schlarbaum. Lynne Yancey, and Greg Austin. Jessica Patterson, as an arrogant, self-righteous spinster, brought numerous laughs from the audience. The entire cast received plaudits for their credible performances during the play’s two-night run. Both performances were very well received by the audience and ran much more smoothly in terms of dramatic techniques than other productions presented in recent years. oc ‘Indians’ invade EPHS ANOTHER ONE. Dr. Armstrong (Melanie Wcyland). Vera Claythorne (Lynne Yancey), and Emily Brent (Jessica Patterson) listen in disbelief to the news that another guest is dead. TELL IT LIKE IT IS. Secretary Lynne Yancey succinctly explains her job to the others. 12 “Ten Little Indians' INDIAN” WAR PAINT. Mr. Flom ages Rich Slizeski as Kevin Kester waits his turn patiently. DEEP THOUGHT. Judge Wargrave (Dennis Schlarbaum) relaxes with a warm drink (above) after coming in from the rain. HELLO. Guests Philip Lombard (Greg Austin) and Lynne Yancey become acquainted deft). Ten Little Indians 13 Class competition accents homecoming Five days of sheer excitement and glorious weather accented the week of homecoming 78. Classes were working hard and fast to complete their prize floats and at the same time participating in the many spirited activities. Hat Day, Sock Day, and Slave Day helped to raise the spirit of the school as everyone got himself involved. A new activity. Class Competition Day, highlighted the Friday preceeding the homecoming weekend. The entire school was dismissed at noon and allowed to compete in class contests ranging from a three-legged race to egg tossing. The Class of 79 proceeded to capture first place in the float competition for their fourth consecutive year. The winning float, following the theme ‘‘We Are the Champions,” consisted of a Champion spark plug zapping a Berthoud player. Following the Seniors were the Freshmen, Sophomores, and Juniors. Hall decorations were conquered by the Juniors. The Seniors, Sophomores, and Freshmen followed respectively. Accentuating the annual homecoming dance was the theme “Life’s Been Good.” Here King Greg Austin and Queen Sharon Dermody were crowned royalty of 78. Other candidates included Tracy Atkins, Fara Haughey, Steve Abrames, and Shon Dermody. THINK PINK. The senior girls’ homecoming trophy (above) is displayed in the courtyard of the school. DERANGED ARAB. Adam Arnold (right) reveals his true heritage on Hat Day. GOIN' BANANAS. Rodney Rudel stuffs his mouth with a ripe banana in the first leg of the class relay on Competition Day. which was won by the Seniors. 14 Homecoming STICKY SITUATION. Carolyn Backstrum gives a blueberry smile after completing the pie-eating contest. HEAVE-HO. Members of the Freshman Class (above) tug strenuously on the rope while Mr. Charlie Clark gallantly cheers them on in a losing effort. THE GOLDEN AGE OF LEATHER. Greaser Dennis Schlarbaum (left) takes a break from his daily attire to dress for Fifties Day. Homecoming 15 PERFECT FORM. Senior sharpshooter Kevin Schumaker goes up for two in a home game. ON THE REBOUND Starting center Steve Durnal. sprained wrist and all. splits two Fort Lupton defenders on his way up to corral one of his many offensive rebounds. BOYS' BASKETBALL 6 Wins. 13 Losses Estes Park Opponent 90 Lyons 55 51 Eric 66 56 Fort Lupton 79 49 Platte Valley 78 52 Roosevelt 56 65 Valley 63 57 Highland (OT) 62 57 Eaton (30T) 59 63 University (OT) 64 76 Berthoud (20T) 74 45 Windsor 51 63 University 71 79 Eaton 62 58 Berthoud (OT) 60 61 Windsor 46 54 Highland 57 58 Roosevelt 49 45 Weld Central 70 64 Valley 78 (Team picture is on page 80) ROUGH RIDER. Junior guard John Brandly powers his way to the basket en route for two. 16 Boys' Basketball Boys basketball operates in overtime Overtime excitement was the phrase that best described an up and down season for the rebuilding boys’ cagers. Four consecutive overtime games — a state record — and five total overtime contests proved the Bobcats capable of playing with most teams. The young club, with one returning starter and four seniors, went through seven extra periods before coming away with their first overtime victory against Berthoud 76-74. Estes fans were treated to three of the season’s top games during the string of overtime games. The first, a triple overtime loss to Eaton, was one of chaos and confusion as the lead switched back and forth several times before the final buzzer sounded. University provided the excitement the following night. Estes took one of the state’s top teams the distance before falling by a single point, 64-63. A double overtime thriller broke the overtime jinx for the ’Cats as they defeated Berthoud in the final seconds. Estes advanced through the playoff round and into the sub-district tournament by defeating Roosevelt 58-49. Conclusion of their 6-13 season came at the tournament following losses to Weld Central and Valley. 1 felt we accomplished more than our record indicated. said team captain Shon Dermody. He added. We played as a team and had good unity which can be attributed to good coaching.” In addition to team accomplishments, two players received special awards from the league. John Brandly and Dermody were voted to the all-North team. Dermody was also voted to the all-Welco team, honorable mention all-state and nominated to play in the all-state game. At the winter sports banquet team awards were presented by Varsity Coach Dennis Snell, JV Coach Jerry McMurry and Freshman Coach Karl Ebel. Recipients included Jim Dickinson, free-throw award; Rod Rudel, most improved; Brandly. best team player; Bob Rutherford, most spirited and best defensive; Dermody. team captain, best offensive and best individual. UP AND IN Top scorer Shon Dermody (above) goes high to net two points against Eaton. TEAM STRATEGY. Head Coach Dennis Snell (left) plans defensive tactics at a home game Boys' basketball 17 Girls record When completion of the season came, the Bobcat girls found that they had accumulated more wins in one year than all previous years combined. Also rather than finishing in last place, they had risen to claim the consolation championship at the sub-district tournament. The team, coached by Miss Joan Siudzinski and assisted by Mr. Jim Williamson, compiled a 14-5 won-lost record in just their third year of play. Most of the season was filled with the “thrill of victory,” which GIRLS’ BASKETBALL 14 wins. 5 losses Estes Park Opponent 36 Thompson Valley 47 49 Erie 42 41 Fort Lupton 36 44 Platte Valley 23 25 Roosevelt 34 31 Highland 24 40 University 36 61 Berthoud 27 47 Windsor 43 30 University 28 38 Eaton 40 43 Lyons 28 61 Berthoud 38 31 Windsor 54 36 Highland 27 41 Eaton 37 40 Roosevelt 45 48 Highland 24 33 Eaton 23 (Team picture is on page 81) included a five game win streak over Highland. University (twice), Berth-oud and state-ranked Windsor. “The victory over Windsor and the fifth place finish in the league best season were the high points of the season,” said sophomore backcourter Karen Dermody. Along with the Windsor win were two impressive victories over Berth-oud. They tallied their highest ever number of points (61) in both games against the Spartans. Girls’ basketball changed drastically from the previous years. Hard work and team cooperation paid off. As one fan noted, “It was fun to watch this year, as the games truly became exciting.” QUICK SHOT. Karen Dermody (above) gets the shot off before defenders can block it. SHOOT AND REBOUND. All-Welco players Sharon Dermody (33) and Jan Johnson (31) (right) team up to score at the sub-district tourney. 18 Girls' basketball In addition to the fine season, two individuals distinguished themselves with their performances on the court. Both Sharon Dermody and Jan Johnson were named to the coaches all-Welco team. Johnson also received a berth on the all-North team and was honorable mention all-state. New highs were also set in the scoring and rebounding departments. Johnson led the team with 252 total points, while Sharon Dermody grabbed 258 rebounds to lead the team. At the annual awards ceremony, senior Sandy Gugler was voted most improved player, while Johnson topped off the season by being voted MVP and best defensive player. Coach Siudzinski best summed up the season when she remarked, “I feel it was a great year.” FAST BREAK. Guard Sandy Guglcr espies a teammate as she leads the break against Erie. ALL SMILES. Teammates Susie Nichol. Kelli Spaur and Sharon Dermody laugh it up after their home victory over Eaton which gave them second place in the Northern division. I TAKE TWO. Sharon Dermody arches one from the corner during a rematch against Windsor. ROAD BLOCK. Junior forward Terry Atkins pulls up to shoot over an Erie opponent. Girls' basketball 19 Young grapplers post satisfying season After a slow beginning and an incredible mid-season, the injury-plagued EPHS wrestling team fell apart at the end. Head Coach George Carlson, though dismayed by the team's end of the season performance, was still very high on the team. The season went by very quickly, which is indicative of having a good time; and that probably was what we were having, a good time, he said. He also noted that this had been the smoothest season ever, with very few hassles and high esprit de corps. Eight varsity wrestlers had winning records, headed by Scott Miller with an 18-5 record. Dan Sinner owned a 13-5 mark, and Shawn Sallee compiled a 14-7 tally. Concluding the wrestling season was the annual winter sports awards banquet. Outstanding Team Wrestler award was presented to Miller. Miller also garnered awards for most takedowns, reversals, and escapes. Scott Carlson took the award for fastest pin, while Shawn Sallee was tops with the most pins. Harry Schroeder was honored for maintaining the highest grade point average during the season. With only three seniors leaving due to graduation, next year’s team, with its combination of youth and experience, should be one of the top squads in the Welco. WRESTLING 4 wins. 7 losses Estes Park Opponent 16 Weld Central 36 21 Erie 39 37 Windsor 16 45 University 9 32 Highland 22 19 Fort Lupton 44 20 Eaton 34 23 Roosevelt 33 24 Platte Valley 30 21 Valley 35 43 Berthoud 18 Third Place-Battle Mountain Tournament Fourth Place-Brush Tournament First Place-Wiggins Tournament Twelfth Place-District Tournament (Team picture on page 79) IT’S RIGHT HERE. Stan Beckman and Coach George Carlson check a pain between rounds. 20 Wrestling ESCAPE! Freshman wrestler Kevin Flynn tries a quick move while trying to get away from his Valley opponent at the district tournament. DOWN FOR THE COUNT. Shawn Sallee grimaces in pain and disgust as defeat becomes imminent. FIGHTING A PIN. Senior matman Scott Miller does his best while he tries to elude being pinned by his opponent at district. Wrestling 21 Disco brings new dance beat to Estes Dancing was as popular as ever in ’79 as it faced the new beat of disco. The students of Park High as well as many others found its challenging steps and glittery clothes to be new and exciting. The Class of ’79 started the year off with the traditional social mixer. The intention of the first dance was to get everyone acquainted with incoming freshmen and new students. Since disco had become the newest beat, the seniors saved a few dollars and set up a disco system with the stereo components of their fellow students. October was a month that was filled with much spirit and enthusiasm. Homecoming week especially brought life to the students of Park High. Highlighting homecoming was the annual dance. At that time disco was left out and a band stepped into the scene. Classes sponsored many dances between the homecoming dance and the Christmas Morp. Morp, which is prom spelled backwards, was sponsored by Student Council and was similar to a Sadie Hawkins dance only held a couple of months early. It was a semi-formal dance where the girl asked the boy. Both a king and a queen were chosen from the student body. Jim and Angie Coale, who are brother and sister, reigned over the dance. The Winter Carnival, also sponsored by Stu-Co, was held up at the Hidden Valley Ski Resort. Students were dismissed for a half VILLAGE PEOPLE. Marathoners (above) from the Muscular Dystrophy Marathon Dance use their enthusiastic energy to dance to the popular song. YMCA. in the early morning sunlight. KEEPING IT IN THE FAMILY. Morp royalty Angie and Jim Coale (right) sit with their hands together and exchange smiles of happiness as they reign over the festive dance. day and enjoyed an afternoon of skiing and an evening of dancing. The Council put together a computer dance where the dancing couples were to be matched up by computer, but due to weather circumstances the dance was cancelled. The Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) along with the Student Council ended the year with their marathon dance. Millie Davis, who is the local dance coordinator, took care of the activities for the 20 hour marathon. Approximately 50 contestants participated, raising $3,886 for MDA. Special appearances were to be made by the KIMN Chicken. Colorado Poster Child, and some of the Denver Broncos, but only the poster child made the visit. Top money raisers for MDA were Connie Wood, who raised the top amount, Sandy Van Camp, Lisa Abrames, Terry Carney, and Joni Whithearst. Dances DISCO MAGIC. Disc jockey Bob Rutherford (left) takes a break from his work and gazes blankly across the dance floor during a disco dance. DANCE. DANCE. DANCE. Kelly Maher and Richard Slizeski (below) display a few new dancing steps during the traditional homecoming dance while Carol Caldwell watches intently. BOOGIE NIGHTS. Students show the various different dance steps while in attendance at one of the many class sponsored disco dances. Dances 23 Youth keys baseball and swim teams Inconsistency and inexperience marked Estes Park baseball’s first season in the Welco, while the Bobcat swimmers had one of their finest seasons ever. Finishing the season with a 2-14 record, there were still some highlights. First of all was the team's first victory against Windsor. 12-11. The other Estes win came over Erie. 7-6, in extra innings. Statistical leaders for the team included in the home run department Kcrwyn Mabic and Arnie Johnson with four apiece. Batting average leaders included Mark Nicholson hitting .428. Johnson rapping a solid .423, and Mabie with a .416 mark. Awards presented at the baseball and track picnics included the award for highest batting average to Nicholson, while best fielder and most valuable player went to Steve Thomson. Six Estes players were nominated for consideration to the All-Welco teams. They included Chris Back-strum. Jim Dickinson, Johnson, Mabie, Nicholson, and Thomson. Of these. Dickinson was the only one selected, as he was recognized with an honorable mention All-Welco. The major strength of the team will be unimpaired, with only four team members graduating. The swimmers, with only an eight man team, still managed to have their best season ever. Two school records were broken, by Regan Cheney in the 500 yard freestyle, and Ole Sykes in 100 yard backstroke. At the Class AA State Meet at Eaton, the swimmers came in sixth out of nine, for their best finish ever. Coach Bob Johnson noted that he was very pleased with team’s improvement. Only three swimmers will be leaving due to graduation. The swimming team picture is on page 82. STRIKE TWO. Junior outfielder Adam Arnold swings at a second strike against Eaton. BASEBALL 2 Wins. 14 Losses Estes Park Opponent 0 Windsor 12 12 Windsor 11 5 Highland 13 6 Highland 18 6 Roosevelt 16 7 Berthoud 8 0 Berthoud 11 1 Valley 19 7 Erie 6 1 Fort Lupton 12 1 University 25 10 University 14 10 Platte Valley 13 3 Weld Central 14 0 Eaton 8 4 Eaton 14 (Team picture is on page 83). HEADING FOR HOME Dan Sinner rounds third base after hitting a home run against Erie. 24 Baseball and swimming - tw '0 s9to TOTAL EFFORT. Sophomore Kerwyn Mabie puts everything he has into it while pitching during the first game of the Eaton doubleheader. GETTING THE JUMP. Estes Park swimmers Russ Whitney (far left). Ole Sykes (second from left). and Hans Ritschard jump with the gun at the start of a race. Baseball and swimming 25 14 contend for intramural v’ball crown Fourteen teams marked the largest school-sponsored activity, as intramural volleyball completed its fourth year of existence. Over 100 individuals participated in a 13 game schedule with elimination games leading to a double elimination tournament. The top six teams automatically qualified for the tournament while the next four played a one game elimination round to qualify. The top eight teams staggered through two more weeks of early mornings, which found the sun shining the brightest on the Trojans. The regular season champion Clones dropped to third as the Shields rose to capture second. UPWARD BOUND. Chris Backstrum (above) prepares himself to block the oncoming spike. HANDS UP. Running Rampant team member Bill Moran (right) climbs the net to knock the ball back over for the teachers. 26 Intramural volleyball At conclusion of tournament play, 14 players were voted to two all-star teams. The all-star game matched those chosen on the first team against those on the second team. In addition to the all-star teams, two additional awards were voted on. The hardest hitter award was received by Tom Denning and the MVP was Shon Dermody. Senior Louise McCarthy summed up the intramural season: With the increased participation and better organization, volleyball was fun for everybody involved.” EARLY MORNING SMILES. Teammates Louise McCarthy and Kathy Parrack ham it up during an early morning volleyball game. J PERFECT POSITION. Senior volleyballer DETERMINED LOOK. Trojan captain Tom Denning struggles for the block, but to no avail as Steve Thomson demonstrates his form which Clones captain Bob Rutherford spikes past him for the point. brings laughter from teammate Dan Grogan. TAKE THAT. Mark Pallissard skims the net UP AND OVER. League Most Valuable Player Shon Dermody of the Clones stretches across the to swat one away during the tournament. net to block an opponent's spike during post-season tournament play. Intramural volleyball 27 Girls earn 3rd place trophy at state Once again, the EPHS track teams had a fruitful and rewarding season. The girls’ team received first or second places in nearly every track meet. Comprised in these were Dawn Koretko in the 330 low hurdles. Elisabeth Menning in the mile run, Steff Ebel in the 100 low hurdls, Tracy Atkins in the quarter and 880. and Sharon Dcrmody in the high jump. The mile relay team was an extremely strong point for the team. Susie Nichol. Dermody, Karen Dermody and Atkins made up this relay. Menning holds the record for the two-mile run since this was the first year the event was run. The boys’ 440 relay and distance medley relay also broke the school record. Mark Denning. Shon Dermody. Rodney Rudel. and Steve Durnal were members of the 440 relay team. The distance medley relay team consisted of Tom Denning. Jim Evans. Peter Dunmirc and Andrew Puszman. Rudel. who competed in the high jump and pole vault, was the only member of the boys’ team to set a record in the individual event. Eleven Bobcat tracksters competed in the AA state track meet in Fort Collins on May 19. Rudel tied for fifth place in the pole vault with a mark of 13'2 . Denning. Dermody. Rudel. and Durnal. members of the 880 relay, failed to place in state, however, they did make it to the finals. Durnal also competed in the long jump but failed to place. The girls fared much better. Atkins did not place in either the 880 or long jump, but did succeed in breaking her own as well as the state record in the 440 with a time of 58.20. Sharon Dermody placed sixth in the low hurdles and a jump of 5'2 placed her third in the high jump. Ebel and Koretko failed to place in the 330 low hurdles. Another strong event for the girls was the mile relay, which earned first place. Members of this relay were Atkins. Dermody. Dermody and Susie Nichol. The girls’ team ended with a total of 34 points, which enabled them to capture the third place troply. OVER EASY. Rodney Rudel judges the amount of might needed to clear the high jump bar. PRETTY PLEASE. Track team members wait impatiently for the final meet results. 28 Track GOING FOR IT. Mark Denning (left) applies all of his muscle to finish the 880 relay. PUSHING IT. Tracy Atkins (below) gives her all while running her record breaking 440. ALRIGHT'Coach Mike Wilson (above) smiles approvingly at the girls’ team’s progress. TAKE OFF' Susie Nichol (left) hands the baton to Sharon Dermody during the mile relay. Track 29 YOU TAKE THE WORDS RIGHT OUT OF MY MOUTH! Eddie the dummy winks and smiles at the audience as ventriloquist Herbert Scott looks on. Students throng to shows Assemblies became a more common item on the agenda due to increased activity on the part of student organizations. They were sponsored by groups ranging from Student Council to mountaineering club. Campus Life sponsored the year’s first assembly, which featured Rare Moment, an ensemble from Elitch Gardens in Denver. Their song and dance routines helped to lighten the students’ daily routine. Student Council attempted to show The Deep.” a PG rated movie, for an Oct. 31 assembly, but it was cancelled because of its rating. The student body, however, protested the cancellation by staging a sit-in during third and fourth periods in the student center. Steve Komito’s slide presenta- tion Through the Alps by Boot and Mountain’’ was sponsored by the mountaineering club in an attempt to raise interest in the club. For the fourth year in a row, the Air Force Falconairres entertained the school population with their show of popular music accompanied by singers and dancers. Student Council arranged the final two assemblies. The first featured Herbert Scott of the National School Assemblies doing a ventriloquism routine, and the last was MacGregor’s Beggars, the popular choral group from Thomas Jefferson High School in Denver. TWIST AND SHOUT. Members of ‘Rare Moment” sing and swing to that rock beat. 30 Assemblies IN DEEP Students (left) entertain themselves by clapping during the sit-in. GOVERNMENT S ENTERTAINMENT Air Force Falconette Thompson (below) prepares to sing. THIS IS A RECORDING. Boys in the MacGregor’s Beggars are frustrated as they try to phone their girlfriends across the stage. Assemblies 31 I BELONG IN ANATEVKA Richard Slizeski (right) sadly loads a milk can on his cart after finding he must leave his home in Russia. A SERENE MOMENT. Tcvye s family (below) bow their heads as he and Golde sing a prayer. I - SEW WHAT? Townspeople look on as Motel (Greg Austin) demonstrates his new sewing machine. 32 Musical “ONLY DON’T BE FRIGHTENED' Louise McCarthy looks perplexed as Richard Slizeski explains his nightmare about Motel to her. ‘Fiddler’ is . One could definitely get the impression he was in New York City rather than the EPHS theatre during any of the Fiddler on the Roof rehearsals, as people worked on their Jewish accents for the show. The cast not only had to work at learning the accents, but also at memorizing lines, the music and the words to the songs. But for main parts Richard Slizeski (Tevye) and Louise McCarthy (Golde), there was even more work involved. They had to learn various aspects of the Jewish faith and culture in order to portray their parts authentically. The musical, presented April 6 7. concerns Tevye. a poor milkman and his family, whose stakes are firmly planted in Anatevka. a small peasant town in turn-of-the-century Russia. CURTAIN CALL Director Claudia Irwin and assistant Jessica Patterson take their bows. i proven hit whose inhabitants’ lives are ruled solely by tradition and the holy book. The system begins to fall apart, though, as his daughters break away from tradition and Tzeitel (Suzanne Mikel) and Hodel (Joy Baker) marry whom they wish rather than taking the choice of the matchmaker, Yente (Ann Houtz). Chava. his third daughter (Sandy Van Camp). then breaks a forbidden rule and marries outside the faith to a Russian. As his family falls apart, so does the town when the Tsar orders them to leave their homes. With the help of authentic props and sets, and a lot of work from the cast and crew, Fiddler proved to be a first class performance. TRIMMING UP. Senior Greg Austin helps decorate the annual Student Council Yule tree. OVER HERE. Senior Tracy Atkins raises her hand in answer to a question in Student Council. THINK ON IT. StuCo President Ron Bazman contemplates a motion raised during a meeting. 34 Student Council StuCo active once again Originally, Student Council at Estes Park High School had always been known for its sluggishness and laissez faire attitude. Not so, for Council, with former class president Ron Bazman as student body president, took a definite turn for the better, and successfully led the school into an active and exciting year. A winter carnival, complete with ski races, dance, dinner, and torch light parade, was a tremendous success and well received by students and faculty alike. Besides a winter carnival. StuCo sponsored several other school dances including the Christmas morp, complete with king, queen, and Santa. Class competitons were added to homecoming week festivities. Class competitions, an exception- ally excellent contribution from Bazman. were added to homecoming week festivities. Students were relieved from their afternoon classes to compete in gum spitting, egg tossing, and pie eating contests. The seniors emerged triumphantly, although everyone got involved and had some good clean (perhaps a little messy) fun. “Overall, I think that StuCo worked to the best of its ability and I was proud to be a part of it,” said Bazman. “I think that we accomplished quite a bit. Elected for next year’s student body president was David Kemmer. with Ty Ricker as his second in command, and Laura Schroeder as secretary-treasurer. CANDIDATES FOR TWO Student Council President-elect David Kemmer (above) and Vice president-elect Ty Ricker (below) both ran unopposed in the Student Council election. Student Council 35 CHOW HOUND Gourmand Bole Emch (right) readies to devour his tasty noontime goodies. ALMOST GOOD ENOUGH TO EAT Paul Niedringhaus (below) digs in for an unusual repast. GUSTATORY DELIGHT. An enticing dish of Italian cuisine awaits consumption in the cafeteria. MMM MMM GOOD Glenn Dunmire giggles sheepishly at the thought of his tasty meal. 36 Food We re eating at Roby’s Lunch was something everyone looked forward to. Besides warding off a morning’s starvation, lunchtime was that extra time needed to cram for that fifth hour test, a time to take out your frustrations of that tyrannical fourth hour teacher, a time to find that person who owes you money, and best of all, a time to relax, and release some tension from perhaps an otherwise tiresome day. At the slight cost of 75C. a student could have enjoyed one of Mrs. Roby’s unique luncheons. For junk food addicts, there was the a la carte selection, which often sported a lengthier stretch of people than the hot lunch line. And of course, there were those non-conformists who simply preferred to have it their own way and brown bag it. Everyone, naturally, had his own particular place where lunching seemed most appropriate. The front courtyard which opted for snowballs in winter, and sunburns in spring, was quite a popular place for several students to relax and enjoy the outdoors. Inside, there was “the ledge’’ for those cool enough to sit there. Window sitting provided sunlight, but tables were the convenient standard. Groups of two or three could always be found bunched about in the nooks and crannies throughout the locker areas. Food fights became the ever popular pastime at lunch, especially among the freshmen. Sometimes it was difficult for one to enjoy one’s lunch without being pelted by assorted foods, containers, and even liquids. Besides creating more work for the janitors, food fights lost what little humor they might have contained and continued to menace a majority of the student body. Lunchtime was. and probably will remain, the highlight of many a dull or tedious day. When lunchtime was the only factor that got us through the day. we all realized just how precious those 35 minutes could be. OPEN WIDE Ron Bazman prepares to consume a spoonful of morsels after a long wait in line Food 37 For many years, students at Estes Park High School have had relatively few frets or worries about cruisin’ in their cars on Friday and Saturday nights. But during 1978-79, things drastically changed for everyone, and for the first time, drivers seemed to have more problems than they wanted to handle. As the year started, the school district administration decided that speeding on the district grounds must come to a halt. The solution to the problem became visible one October afternoon as the construction crews completed the new speed bumps in the high school parking lot. Problems plague drivers Little more than two months passed before EPHS students encountered their next problem. Mother Nature decided to play her tricks in the West and gave Estes Park one of its coldest Decembers in history, which adversely affected the performance of many cars. During the entire year, a problem seemed to gradually surface in everyone’s life. It was no longer a “shortage” as the 1973 gas crisis was termed. “Energy Crisis’’ became a real fact of life for all Americans. With the dwindling supplies of gas. many students purchased smaller cars, while students with gas-guzzlers saw their gas bills jump out of sight as the pump price rose to 81 cents per gallon by the close of the school year. These and other problems led to less cruisin’ by many students, but only time will tell if they had any lasting effect. 38 Cars and cruisin’ MONEY MINDED. As prices increased, students (left) drove economy cars to and from school. RELAXING RIDE. Chris Backstrum (below) demonstrates one of the comfortable ways to cruise. TALKING TERRITORY. Besides being driven, cars became places for a short conversation. SCHOOL BEHIND. WEEKEND AHEAD. With joyful looks on their faces. Ginny Burgess and Steve Laing leave the school parking lot on Friday afternoon and head into another weekend. Cars and cruisin' 39 Juniors ‘point’ to success It looked as though the juniors would have to hold prom in the student center when the Inn of Estes Park cancelled out the dance for a large convention to be held the same night. Originally set for May 19, the dance had to be moved up a week to the 12th in order to have it at the Inn. but the end product was well worth the problems as the Class of 80 hosted “The Point of No Return. ’ Music was provided by the band Gatsby from Estes Park, whose original music has landed them a recording contract with Columbia Records. Their first album is scheduled to be out sometime in 1980. At 10 p.m. the crowning took place as king candidates Steve Durnal. Ron Bazman, and Steve Thomson and queen hopefuls Joy Baker, Suzanne Mikel, and Michelle Rejeski lined up with their escorts as Bazman and Rejeski were crowned prom royalty 79. The after prom dance was hosted by the senior class at the Stanley where Denver band Amaranth entertained th crowd. KING AND QUEEN FOR A DAY Michelle Rejeski and Ron Bazman (right) are delighted as they sit in the throne after the crowning. A STAR IS HUNG. Carol Caldwell (below) concentrates on suspending stars from the ceiling as Steph Austin hides the other stars in fear crooks will steal them. 40 Prom DO THE WATUSI. Tiring dancers (above) are beginning to reach The Point of No Return” as the clock nears twelve. ARE YOU READY TO ROCK? Musicians in the band Gatsby (left) warm up for the night's sets. ROCK AROUND THE CLOCK Amaranth rocks before a sea of writing bodies until 3 a.m. Prom 41 LET ME MAKE THIS PERFECTLY CLEAR. Valedictorian Michelle Rejeske (right) smiles as she addresses the Class of '79 at graduation. ALL IN THE FAMILY School board trustee Hillery Parrack (below) lovingly presents his daughter Kathy with her diploma. HAPPY ENDING. Cheerful graduates Melanie Murphy and Louise McCarthy converse with Mr. Bob Keith about their exciting future plans. 42 Graduation UP FRONT. Seniors Steve Abrames. Tracy Atkins. Greg Austin, and Dave Bair (left) anxiously stand while awaiting diplomas. FIRST RECIPIENT. Steve Abrames scurries away after his diploma is safe in his grasp. GRADUATES TO BE. Anxious seniors (left) listen intently to a speaker at the ceremony. 103 seniors graduate Packed into the student center on a rainy Thursday evening in May were the friends and relations of 103 seniors presented diplomas — the largest number of students to graduate in EPHS history. Principal Gordon Rudel announced scholarships and awards, and representatives of local groups participated in the presentation of special honors. Henry Pedersen of the Lions Club presented Sandra Batchelor and Bob Rutherford $500 scholarships. Kathy Parrack received the Outstanding Achievement Scholarship from Northeastern Junior College, as well as a $400 scholarship presented by Lew Wallace of the Fine Arts Guild of the Rockies. The Herb Thomson award of a painting by Thomson was presented by him to Melanie Murphy, and Flint Cheney received the $500 MacGregor Scholarship presented by Harriet Burgess. Elmer Ogren, president of Estes Park Rotary, presented a $1500 scholarship to Salutatorian Steve Thomson, and a $500 scholarship to Valedictorian Michelle Rejeske. Diplomas were presented by school board members Hillery Par-rack, and former members A1 Sinner and Joe Underwood. Graduation 43 At the school year’s end. a special word came into the minds of many EPHS students . . . Money, the obvious question of many students Even though most students depend directly on the tourist dollar, there was a general feeling of hostility Jobs offer students funds usually followed . . . Where to work in the summer of 1979? With jobs plentiful and varied in Estes Park, the answer was not hard to find. Jobs varied in many ways because of the tourism industry in Estes. Tourists brought their money to the area during the summer, and residents reinvested it into such things as construction and town improvements. In turn, this reinvestment has always created an abundance of jobs. toward tourists from locals. As the summer began, “dumb turkeys.” was one of the common expressions toward tourists. During the spring of ’79, every student’s job became threatened. The energy crisis came in while tourism and big cars began to leave. However, the summer months returned to normal with little noticeable loss in tourists or jobs. JOBS CAN BE FUN Box Burning at Circle Super is almost fun for stockman Jim Radcliffe. 44 Jobs RIGHT. NOT WRONG. Correctly rearranging a display case seems to be Kevin Kester’s job for the afternoon at the Spectrum Number Two. NOT ALL WORK. Youngsters Steve Osborn. Glen Essex, and Lance Siebert demonstrate that working is not all business in the afternoon at the Happy Texan restaurant on East Elkhorn. LEARNING WHILE EARNING. Mark Messenger proves that he can learn and get paid for it. Jobs 45 HUMAN ERROR Dan Grogan looks up from his computer program while Ken Porter punches on. Amidst basketball games, play practices, choir, Spanish Club dinners, and mountaineering club field trips, sometimes it seemed as though school work was the furthest thing from a student’s mind. Academics, however, was actually the main reason we were all brought together under one roof. Learning, even though it was required, could occasionally end up enjoyable for both students and faculty. Creative writing students in American Cultures traveled to Caribou for a ghostly experience; environmental awareness students learned to appreciate nature on their numerous out-of-doors adventures, and physical science students took pleasure in competing in Mr. George Carlson’s third annual egg drop. Finding time for homework was always rough; however, most of us managed somehow. After all. homework was the bane of a student’s existence, and something to be avoided if at all possible. 46 Academics division page MEET THE PRESS. Faculty adviser Bob Keith helps senior publications members put finishing touches on the Mountaineer on Press Day. Journalists reap awards Once again, publications had a very busy, but rewarding year. The Mountaineer, besides receiving a Medalist from the Columbia Scholastic Press Association (CSPA). also tied with Salida’s Tenderfoot Times for General Excellance in the Colorado High School Press Association (CHSPA) Newspaper Olympics. The Mountaineer’s fifth issue was expanded to 12 pages to include a feature celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Whispering Pine yearbook, and a humorous essay on the solar eclipse. The yearbook received a Gold Medal from CHSPA for the ’78 Whispering Pine, and also a first place rating from CSPA. Colorado Press Women, a group of professional journalists, honored two EPHS students for their work. Ron Bazman received a first place award for his feature in the Mountaineer on fake I.D.’s, and Shon Dermody received third for his track story about a famous pair of track shoes worn by three winners. Photographing school events, typing copy, writing news stories, and attempting to get yearbook layouts in before deadline, are all a part of publications. “Publications is hard work” commented Mountaineer editorial board member Louise McCarthy, ‘‘but it’s definitely been a rewarding experience. ON THE SPOT. Photographer Ron Bazman and reporter Ann Houtz plot out their strategy on an undercover publications assignment. Publications 47 Freshman year offers few electives In high school, students are allowed to choose their own classes, but it they aren’t chosen carefully, students may have a mix up in their schedules later on in their academic careers. With 22 credits necessary for graduation, freshmen met many of these credits with required classes since they aren’t offered many electives. For the first time, members of the Class of ’82 were allowed to choose from a wide variety of P.E. classes. Physical science gave freshmen their first opportunity to mix strange solutions together and gave them a first look at data books. It wasn’t uncommon to see a freshman struggling over a problem in math class, whether it be geometry or algebra. For the more advanced mathematician, computer programming provided an exciting challenge. Many freshmen gave first year Spanish or French a try for an exotic touch, while English continued to be a trying chore for all. Learning the keyboard proved to be a difficult task for those signed in typing classes. The freshman year isn’t an elective one; however, required classes lessen as the years roll on. OH BROTHER' Freshman Lisa Pederson wonders if the reward will be much greater than the reaping as she attempts to struggle through another long hour of typing. MIND OVER MATTER Audre Morris relaxes and muses over the benefits of life rather than concentrate on a tedious lab in required physical science class. 48 Freshman academics LAUGHING THE DAY AWAY. Dawn Koretko laughs jubilantly after finishing a portion of her English reading assignment. GET WITH IT. Karla Porter and Lisa Abrames display completely opposite reactions to a lengthy reading assignment. HI THERE! Tadd Campbell takes time out from his occupation hunting camera a startled look while at the freshman Career Fair in Loveland. endeavors to give the Freshman academics 49 Sophomores widen scope ALL SMILES. Lisa King pauses on her way back from the career van to chat with friends. WOODEN WONDER. Ty Ricker (above) smiles mischievously during his wood shop class. BOOMING BUGLERS. Jim Dickinson and Kevin Goracke (right) practice for band maneuvers. Sophomores, the Class of ’81. along with having more class variety, also had more credit requirements. With the implementing of the six period day. the credit requirements were increased to 21.5. The sophomore year even with more choices still had its share of required courses, from driving through the environment in driver education to poking under leaves in biology. Sophomore Jim Dickinson commented on his biology class: “It is one of the better science classes I have had.” And biology did prove to be one of the more interesting classes. Lab work kept a good change of pace, with labs ranging from phototropism of plants to the often dreaded dissecting of frogs. If one got bored with required English, he could turn to career planning in the sophomore vocation class or try his hand at doctor in the first aid classes. Along with the heavier class load, sophomores were also introduced to testing situations. The ASVAB and the California Achievement Test Battery were two taken. 50 Sophomore academics Although these tests were long and sometimes boring, most sophomores managed to struggle through them without any trouble. Another enlightening opportunity came when the career van from the State Department of Education arrived for one week. Sophomores were shuttled through the van during the week each with a chance to learn a little on particular careers that interested them. You could learn about what schooling you needed and what jobs pay what. I thought it was a worthwhile experience.” said David Durnal. With the coming of a new year, sophomores will look forward to even more class variety and more responsibility as only two more years of high school remain. TESTY TESTS. Sophomores Joe Baker. Todd Smith and Todd Copper struggle through the California Achievement Test Battery in the gymnasium during the final weeks of school. THE BAG PLEASE. First hour biology student Les Wiemers anxiously awaits the results of his phototropistic experiment determining the effect of light on plant growth. Sophomore academics 51 Specialists take first steps Still trying to prove that anything is easier than it looks, the juniors tried to make their year a little easier, even though there weren’t study halls. To accomplish this, many members of the Class of '80 took classes such as choir, band. P.E., and art. Metal and wood shop classes were also a big hit. This is not to say that all the classes were easy. Many juniors struggled through American Cultures and various advanced math classes, much to the chagrin of many GPA’s. Five juniors went to Voc-Tech in Fort Collins, thus necessitating the completion of U.S. History and English III classes. Even though they were in their third year of high school, for some juniors the year was a beginning. The junior year is when specialization first starts to take place. For example, prospective English majors took such courses as American Cultures, speech, world literature, and publications. Hopeful employees in some math-related field took advanced math, computer programming, chemistry, and physics. Those students venturing into the world of business took such courses as typing, bookkeeping, general business and office machines. In the future, most of the new specialists plan to keep on pursuing their new-found talents, and possibly, making a living from them. OUTSIDE CONNECTIONS. Ken Porter gazes into the computer’s video screen while running a program. MEASURING UP. Ginny Burgess (above) stares in awe at the liquid in her distillation tube during a chemistry experiment. MATHEMATICAL ADVANCEMENT Hans Ritschard (right) burrows into his books while diligently studying his advanced math. 52 Junior academics BUSINESS AS USUAL. Kristi Leonard. Theresa Hennig. and Peggy Durward (left) look up during their fifth hour general business class. MUSICAL DOWELING. Mike Livesay (below) tries vainly to coax some notes out of a dowel. AND WHO LEADS THIS DANCE? Chemistry instructor Mike Wilson uses dancers to illustrate chemical equations to his students during his third hour chemistry class. Junior academics S3 FARADAYS LAW IN FOCUS. Physics student Steve Thomson (right) contemplates his next task. FUZZY THINKING. Scott Pedersen (below) sucks his feathered pen while concentrating on information for his research paper. Seniors conclude rigors for academia After 12 years of the hustle and bustle of classes and activities, the Class of ’79 was ready to face the new experiences of the real world. During their years of schooling, they were faced with many requirements to fulfill. By the time their final year rolled around, it was time to complete their old obligations and begin the new ones to come. American Government, a required course for graduation, seemed to be the class of greatest importance. Even for those students who found government a boring subject, the class suddenly became interesting. For those seniors who were ambitious and wanted a full load, classes such as college board grammar and college composition were offered. Highlight of the composition class was a 10 page research paper requirement. Those interested in a math career had the opportunity of taking a college math course. EG101, offered by Colorado State University, was a course in engineering math and gave the students a chance to earn credits that would apply to their college graduation. Survey of math was available for those seniors who weren’t interested in a math career but needed a review. Highlights of this class included going on a surveying trip with local surveyor Tom Brown. Most of the seniors, however, seemed to enjoy these final classes. Their attitudes toward their class loads had improved and they seemed interested in the future. “This year’s seniors seemed more concerned with good grades than in previous years,” noted English Instructor Bob Keith. A total of 102 seniors earned diplomas at the commencement exercises, making the Class of ’79 the largest in Estes Park history. 54 Senior academics EYEING THE LINE. Kathy Parrack (left) gets a taste of the processes which a professional surveying team has to go through when plotting land for one of their jobs. PROBLEMS SOLVED. David Bair (below) notices the photographer as he discovers the foolish error he made while typing his program in his computer programming class. LISTEN UP. Members of the U S. Government class are caught deep in their thoughts. Senior academics 55 CHECK OUT TIME. Greg Hertrich. with coat BACK TO THE OLD DRAWING BOARD. Sandi Reeder sits at her desk ready to start a on and book in hand, prepares for a long ride. new drawing. New work skills taught at Voc-Tech The ultimate goal of education is to prepare one for life. Usually after high school, many students go out into the world and learn how to work. Voc-Tech gives some a head start. To go to Voc-Tech. the student has to be more than mildly interested in the area he is going into. The day starts too early for most, with the bus leaving for Fort Collins at 7:00. a forty mile ride. After arriving, they go to their work areas for about three hours of intensified instruction. With a wide range of areas to choose from. Estes students were enrolled in many, including such diverse courses as refrigeration and drafting. Most of the students who attend- ed Voc-Tech did so with a good attitude. Draftsman Steve Laing noted that “Voc-Tech is a great opportunity. It’s great. With two years of this, and two years of junior college or a more advanced technical school, you can get a job in your area almost anywhere.” The future looks good for Laing. as his designs for a house won first place in competition at Voc-Tech. He was awarded $100 in prize money. The house will be built by the Voc-Tech carpentry class. Students who attend Voc-Tech enjoy their classes, and are pleased with the high quality of instruction they are receiving. ASKING FOR HELP Dan Butler asks his auto mechanics instructor for advice in the shop. 56 Voc-Tech TECHNICAL POINT ON DRAWING. Senior Steve Laing receives some subtle advice on drafting from his instructor as he prepares a drawing. WHAT’S WRONG? Bob Pinson stares into the innards of a car trying to discover where the problem is located and how to fix it. TAKING A BREAK. Bill Mitchell grins at a visitor while taking a break from his work area. Voc-Tech 57 TOGETHERNESS. Mrs. Joan Atkins gives daughter Tracy a final good luck before the field show performance at Canon City. PRECISION MARCHING. The band (above) demonstrates winning form in the homecoming parade. THE MUSIC MAN. Director Charles Clark (right) puts his heart into directing a yuletide favorite played at the annual Christmas concert. 58 Band Bobcat band keeps up winning tradition Once again, the award-winning “Pride of Estes Park accomplished nothing out of the ordinary by filling the trophy case with more first places. The band and drill team, both under the direction of Mr. Charles Clark, even managed to capture a long-desired first place in the field show at Canon City’s Apple Blossom Festival. With the money earned from concessions at EPHS home sporting events, the annual Pops Concert, and the Valentine’s Day Ball, the band was able to make its way to several marching competitions. The Pride earned first place honors at UNC’s homecoming parade, the Colorado Band Masters’ Association field competition, and the Cinderella City Parade. Between fall and spring, the band kept itself plenty busy with concerts. After a heavy fall schedule of marching, the Pride presented its Christmas and Winter concerts. Winter activities also included jazz band performances and tryouts for the Welco League Honor Band, into which nearly 20 Park High students were accepted. The band wound up another successful year with its annual pops concert and ice cream social on May 22. SOUND OFF. Members of the jazz band strike up a rousing number at a home basketball game. TENSION MOUNTING. The flag girls prepare themselves mentally for the demanding Class C DELAYED RELIEF. Corinne Cheney keeps field competition facing them at Canon City on May 5. her concentration even after the show is over. Band 59 Vocal group voices song After days of practice and rehearsal, the choir performed three seasonal concerts. Directed by Mrs. Claudia Irwin, the group sang a variety of songs that ranged from old gospel to modern rock. The show choir, a small group of eight selected students, presented a separate show of song and dance to many local clubs. They were instructed by choreographers Val and Scott Connor from Loveland. Such steps as the latest disco moves and dances from ‘ The Wiz’’ were displayed by the group. Three months of the choir’s singing schedule was replaced by the musical “Fiddler on the Roof.” The production took a lot of time and hard work, but in the end it showed as the group put on a fine production. A money-making project for the group was their recycling program. They were associated with Eco-Cycle in collecting newspaper and aluminum cans. The choir held seven monthly paper drives. Funds from the musical and the recycle program were to be used for their annual spring trip, but due to circumstances beyond their control, it was cancelled. Another outing, however, was planned and the chorus spent a warm May afternoon in Denver at the Elitch Gardens Amusement Park. The year ended with a traditional steak party at Mrs. Irwin’s home, where the students enjoyed a free steak dinner and a good game of softball. LEADING THE PACK. Select chorus members follow the instructions of their director. Mrs. Claudia Irwin, while performing their fall concert for the public of Estes Park. VARIETY SHOW Cheri Albrecht whispers a word of caution to the weary Libby Underwood while Larry Tyson spies the camera and gives an overwhelming smile. 60 Choir LET ME ENTERTAIN YOU. Members of the show choir (above) sing a selection from their regular performance while presenting their show to the high school student body. GOLDEN VOICE Senior Joy Baker (left) sings the song ’One Hand. One Heart. which is from the musical West Side Story. during the choir’s annual spring concert. Choir 61 JOYEUX NOEL. Ginny Burgess. T.J Hanes, and Laura Schroeder celebrate the Christmas season and get into the holiday spirit. Exotic vacations fill language club bill Never at a loss for activities. Spanish and French Clubs kept themselves busy for yet another year. Following the beginning-of-the-year potluck dinners, both clubs elected their officers for the year. Heading up the Spanish Club roster was Russ Whitney as president, while those involved in French Club selected Ginny Burgess as their leader. Engaging in the usual sidelines of selling suckers and having bake sales, the Spanish Club also managed to sell fish through the Trans-Alaska Seafood company. In addition, the two groups made their yearly trek to DU Foreign Language Day. Several students were recognized, including Whitney in poetry recitation, Melanie Weyland in extemporaneous speaking, and Rich Slizeski in the singing competition. Many French students also garnered acknowledgement for their efforts. Weyland cleaned up with three awards, in poetry, sight-reading and extemporaneous speaking. Kris Swank was recognized for singing an original composition. Other French students honored in various categories were Gail Frederickson, Tammy Norman. Ann Clements, Mark Pallissard, Ginny Burgess, T.J. Hanes, Laura Schroeder. Mindy Smith, and Jim Evans. Foremost among activities not usually held were trips for both Spanish and French Clubs. Spanish Club went to Yucatan over spring vacation. Included in the tour were two nights in Merida, one night at Chichen Itza, and the remaining time was spent at a motel on the beach. They also managed to visit two markets, at Merida and Tulum, and several archaeological sites, including Dzibilchaltun, Uxmal, Chichen Itza, and Tulum. Seven members of French Club spent part of their summer in Europe. The trip included visits to London. Frankfurt, Heidelberg. Paris, Nevers, and Geneva, among other places. The visit also included a stay with a French family. All in all, with the many activities, it was a big year for French and Spanish Clubs. MAGIC CHEF. Mrs. Lee Ann Lee smiles while taking a break from cooking sopapillas. 62 Foreign languages THE PEN IS MIGHTIER . . . Biff Steam makes a gallant attempt to do his French III work. I M RIGHT! First year Spanish student John Brandly is driven nearly to the point of violence as fellow student Lisa Wenger disagrees with him during class. CANT YOU SEE I'M BUSY? Mrs. Lee (above) glares menacingly, while she finalizes plans for the Mexico trip. FUN WITH PAPIER-MACHE. Spanish students Kathy Bush. Ole Sykes, and Jody Jenkins (left). work on their group pinata. while Sharon Rumley thinks about how funny flour paste is. Foreign languages 63 Speech, Campus Life head Clubs have never enjoyed a great deal of support at Park High School, and 1978-79 was no exception. Two new organizations were added to the roster, and these both had more than their share of activities. Campus Life, a national organization, established a chapter in Estes Park. They held regular meetings every Monday night, as well as sponsored a Halloween trip to Denver and a week-long journey to California during spring break. The other new organization, speech team, was open to all interested students, even though the members consisted solely of people from speech class. The team competed in many meets with other schools, including district and state meets. Three clubs. E-Club, National Honor Society, and Spanish Club, combined their efforts to sell fish as a fund-raising project in February. E-Club also sold citrus fruit early in the year to finance the Wall of Fame.” National Honor Society got off to a slow start, but sponsored several activities at the end of the year, including the initiation of new members, a volleyball game between the teachers and State Senator Sam Zakhem. a former Olympic volleyball player, and the delivery of Larimer County directories to rural areas around Estes Park. Math club held their annual ski swap on Nov. 18. selling used ski equipment and other winter sports GOING MY WAY? Newly elected NHS President Rich Slizcski (above) appeals to his fellow members to help out in an upcoming event. THE WORLD S LARGEST BANANA SPLIT. Carolyn Backstrum (right) adds more topping to her selection of the six-foot banana split Campus Life members devoured at a meeting. 64 Clubs new clubs items. FBLA ran the FBLA store, selling school supplies. Bobcat belt buckles, tarns, and scarves. They also took a field trip to Denver on May 11. The Mountaineering Club went on several hikes and climbs during the year. AT YOUR SERVICE Mindy Smith eyes the photographer disdainfully as she collects Kathy CATCH Chris Backstrum fields a case of fruit Parrack’s and Jan Johnson’s trays during a lunch meeting of National Honor Society. from the trailer during E Club's sale. Clubs 65 BACK TO NATURE. Juniors lounge in the grass on an environmental awareness trip. Aid People are the most important part of a school, and more students than ever before were enrolled at Estes Park High School during 1978-79. The larger enrollment caused a more varied curriculum as students wished for greater class variety Instigation of a required six hour day for all students raised some controversy, but as the year wore on students gradually became accustomed to it. or found ways to beat the system by aiding, joining the work study program or just enrolling in all the easy classes. By mid-fall most of the students had settled into their daily routine of classes, studying, looking forward to activity break, participating in sports, or sleeping sixth hour. The people are the makings of a good or bad year. They are the apathy or the spirit, the smiles or the frowns. They add the color to what might be a drab and empty building-each with his own features and personality. 66 People division page Seniors cop fourth homecoming trophy For the fourth consecutive year the Class of 79 won the homecoming float competition, featuring a giant Champion sparkplug, with the pun on the theme We are the Champions. Several seniors participated in the traditional “Outhouse harvest at homecoming, but mistakenly took the outhouse of a retired district court judge. When the law found out. the outhouse was but a pile of ashes, and conviction followed —the sentence being to build a new outhouse the judge. And so the cresent committee” was formed. The Class of 79 was noted for being the first class to complete all four years in the new building, and also as the largest to graduate from the school. It was also the class with the least amount of money, after holding such an expensive prom, and financing senior pictures for the yearbook. LAWSEY. BOSS. Senior slaves Doug Stearn and Scott Anderson carry Master Kathy SEE NO EVIL. Kelly Maher. Kathy Parrack and Judy Hoff (above) display their feelings about their next class, while behind Sandy Batchelor displays her four hands. YOU SILLY ASP! Libby Underwood (above, left) demonstrates how to wear her serpentine companion in Mr. David Flom’s college board grammar class. BENOITMILOVE! Melanie Murphy (left) gives Biff Stearn his daily hug. Senior activities 67 Steve Abrames Joy Baker Greg Bray Tracy Atkins Sandra Batchelor Toni Brown Greg Austin Ron Bazman Betsy Burgess Dave Bair Wendy Bonno Jolene Burke Activities STEVE ABRAMES. E Club, track, football, wrestling. TRACY ATKINS Student Council. E Club, class officer. Spanish Club. band. FCA. volleyball, track, basketball, spirit club. Welco Honor Band, drill team. Girl Scouts. GREG AUSTIN. Mountaineering club. Student Council, class officer. Spanish Club, band, select choir, show choir, intramural volleyball, track, football, plays. DAVID BAIR. Mountaineering club, basketball. SANDY BATCHELOR Pep band, cheerleader. National Honor Society. Spanish Club, band, select choir, track, spirit club, drill team. JOY BAKER Cheerleader. Student Council. Thespians, class officer. French Club, select choir, show choir. FCA. track, spirit club, plays. RONALD BAZMAN. Student Council. National Honor Society. E Club, class officer, publications, select choir, track, football, wrestling, search and rescue, plays. Boys’ State. Student Council Convention. WENDY BONNO Spanish Club. FCA. track. Girl Scouts, church youth group. GREG BRAY E Club, basketball, track. TONI BROWN. Student Council. National Honor Society. E Club. Spanish Club, select choir, volleyball, track, golf, spirit club. Basketball manager, track manager. Girls’ State. BETSY BURGESS. Student Council. National Honor Society. E Club. Spanish Club, publications, band, select choir, gymnastics, volleyball, track, spirit club. Girls’ State. JOLENE BURKE. National Honor Society, class officer. French Club. Spanish Club. band, spirit club. Girl Scouts. DAVID BUSH. Pep band. E Club, jazz band, band, swimming, golf, plays. Boys' State. RAY CARLTON. Football, aviation club. FLINT CHENEY Mountaineering club, basketball, track, search and rescue. JIM COALE. Pep band. Student Council, class officer, publications, jazz band. band. basketball, select choir, golf. Campus Life. church youth group 4-H TIM CROWLEY Select choir, football. musical. DAVE CURRY Basketball, tennis, motocross club. SHARON DERMODY Chcerlcading. E Club. Spanish Club, gymnastics, volleyball, basketball. track, spirit club, church youth group. SHON DERMODY National Honor Society. E Club, publications, basketball, track. Boys' State, baseball. MERRY DEWITT French Club. FBLA CAROL DUELL. Spanish Club, volleyball, spirit club. CRAIG DUELL. Basketball, football, golf, baseball. LISA DUELL French Club. band, volleyball, basketball. Girl Scouts, church youth group. STEVE DUNKER. Mountaineering club. GLENN DUNMIRE Mountaineering club. Student Council. National Honor Society. E Club. Spanish Club. band, track, football, wrestling, search and rescue, aviation club. STEVE DURNAL. Mountaineering club. E Club, basketball. Spanish Club, track, football. SANDY GUGLER. Chcerlcading. E Club. Spanish Club, select choir, volleyball, basketball, spirit club, plays, baseball. MD dance marathon. MIKE HARDISTER LISA HARVILL. Spanish Club, volleyball, basketball manager. FARA HAUGHEY. Chcerleading. Student Council. E Club, class officer. Spanish Club. FBLA. FCA. gymnastics, volleyball, basketball. track, spirit club, plays, church youth group. MD dance marathon. KRIS HINTZ. French Club. Spanish Club, band, spirit club, drill team. JUDY HOFF French Club. FBLA. plays. Girls' State. CHRIS INGOLD. Spanish Club, select choir. FCA. football, wrestling, plays, speech club. Coffee House for Christ. MARY JANOSEC. Select choir, basketball, track, plays. JODY JENKINS Pep band. Spanish Club, jazz band. band, select choir. State Honor Band, church youth group. Fine Arts Guild. JIM KEY. Track, wrestling. DECA SUSAN KILBOURNE French Club 68 Seniors Dave Bush Ray Carlton Flint Cheney Sam Clausen Jim Coale Tim Crowley Dave Curry Sharon Dermody Shon Dermody Merry DeWitt Carol Duell Craig Duell Lisa Duell Steve Dunkcr Glenn Dunmire Steve Durnal Andy Fricker Sandy Gugler Mike Hardister Lisa Harvili Fara Haughcy Kris Hintz Judy Hoff Dave Houtz Chris Ingold Mary Janoscc Jody Jenkins Jjm Key Susan Kilbourn Susan Kingswood Seniors 69 Seniors flash backwards It’s the little things that happen that the seniors will remember. “Getting out” may have been the all important thought for a senior, but years later, the same senior will remember a particular incident at a basketball game, an inside joke, or the advice of a special teacher. Seniors, the supposed leaders of the school, quite often manage to obtain a bad reputation before their sentence has been served. Quite often it’s the result of over-anxiousness, or a bad case of senioritis. Besides finding themselves somewhat incapable of working, seniors quite often develop a nervous energy about them. This energy quite often is responsible for their behavior: the crazy stunts they pull, the things they say, and the way seniors act. After all, seniors are only four-year-old freshmen, and the things they do. are the stuff memories are made of. Dan Butler - My favorite memories at school are days when I wasn’t there. I’d rather have been skiing, getting high, or fooling around with the girl of my dreams. Those things will bring back a lot of good memories. Bart Verry - Mexico trip, homecoming. morp 77. the U-High game 78. and all my friends. Flint Cheney - Last year on ski day. I was with the cross-country group. We got split up into two groups. I got on the wrong trail and ended up going to the Glacier Basin campground instead of the Bierstadt parking lot. I got there about three hours late. Toni Brown - Bookkeeping with Mr. Schroeder. all the things we did in the computer room and only getting caught half of the time. The Cultures tests, the pink outhouse, bunny - bunny - bee -bunny - bunny - boo - bunny - bunny - bun. Hi. Hello. Alone. Good-bye. and Space. Thanks for all the good times. Ole Sykes - The swim team and all the bizzare things we did and the last party we had, all the ski days, art class, my friends, and the good times. Melanie Murphy - Getting a letter from Buck Dharma. BOC concerts, Beatlefest, dying on the CSU campus, decadence, mystery, commercials. Bros. Grime, publications, getting Albie’s drumstick, and getting out. Karen Maitland - Physics, band trips, a pink outhouse, senior slave day, and of course, X, Y. and Z. Lisa Duell - Band trips, boring classes, pink outhouses, and giving speeches in English, that horrible Mr. Phlegm, and last but not least. X. Y. and Z. Linda Ramey - Getting three feet of snow in May so we couldn’t go on the band trip, being in honor band, and most of all my very best friend. Jody Jenkins. Mark Denning - Arguing with just about everyone about absolutely everything. Glenn Dunmire - The school board taking away our freedom and everything else, losing football games, setting chemistry labs on fire, and stealing outhouses. David Laessig - The time spent on homecoming floats, Mr. Volzer. 3 classes a day with Mr. Snell, doing stupid, crazy, rowdy things in the computer room, all of the meaningful advice from Mr. Griffith, and everything that I’m not supposed to write down. Wendy Bonno - Flunking my driver’s test after waiting two years to take it. all the good times and friends, and everybody that gave me a ride home. It’s great to remember. I hope I never forget anything. Steve Dunker - People, places and things. Merry DeWitt - Mr. Campbell’s field trips, Mr. Keith’s lectures, and of course. 70 Senior memories all my best friends. Shawn Sallee - How I ever put up with four years of wrestling with Carlson, hassling lower class, all the friends I made, and of course, Teri Culver. David Bair - The high grades, the low grades, the big challenges, the good friends, the hard classes, and the easy ones — I’d like to say that most of all my years in high school have increased my capacity to learn about and enjoy life. Mitzi Rejeske - Bookkeeping with Mr. Schroeder, all the stunts we pulled in the computer room. Bunny-bunny-bu, pink outhouses, Mexico, and especially Leave. Hi. Goodbye. Alone, and Space. Ron Bazman - Publications, my picture awards, stealing the outhouses. Student Council, the Deep sit-in, and playing football. Susan Kilbourn -1 felt like a butterfly coming out of a cocoon. I made more friends and am happier with myself and have begun to learn to fly. Jim Coale - Coming in new this year and making so many new friends and being accepted. I talk with a south Texas drawl, and I think that is probably why I enjoyed everybody here, and why they all COMPUTER CONTORTIONS. Senior Bart Verry demonstrates one of the many ways to amuse himself in the computer room while the Data General prints out his program. gave me such a bad time. I enjoyed being a friend to you all. Mike McCarey - Being in band (the most successful group in school), all the wild and crazy guys that liked snow drifts, cazongas. and cookouts. Last but not least, I will not soon forget a certain bunny. James Tinsley - Band trips, show choir practices, two hour lunch breaks at Pizza Hut. Ms. Cayton. making pinatas in Spanish, and all the memories too good to be forgotten. Judy Hoff - Ditching and taking three hours off to go to lunch or the valley, Extravaganza, and an occasional class. Jolene Burke - Building bridges, packaging oranges and grapefruits, messing around in class. Cultures tests, pink outhouse, band trips, and especially Leave. Hello, Goodbye. Alone, and Hi. Greg Austin - I'll remember all the plays, show choir, getting out of class and knowing it can always be excused, being able to walk down the halls and say “Hi” to everyone, and just trying to be radical. Kathy Parrack - Consecutive falling at CSU, along with other atrocities related to publications, brown M M’s. biology movies. Algebra II. band trips, tacky dances, cheating on American Cultures tests, and of course. X. Y, and Z. Jessica Patterson - Consecutive dying, plays, the too-good clique, the everlasting clique, the computer clique, the mystery, trying to grab Tom Petersson at the Cheap Trick Concert, all those long and crazy nights in publications, and of course, one certain acne-pitted moron. Andrew Puszman - takin' it easy. Debbie Reeder - Friends, getting caught smashed on Bacardi rum on ski day with Laing. prom, homecoming. Myer’s cafeteria, and most all. thank God for Voc-Tech. Jody Jenkins - All the great times we had in band, winning all those trophies and having all the other bands hate us. and making state honor band and not being able to go because I had the flu. Tracy Atkins - Mexico, pink outh- ouses, going to state track for three years with a different coach. Coach Black. Coach Max. and all their encouragement they gave me. running for Colorado Gold all winter, and being an E-Club president, and trying to be as organized as Mr. Snell. Louise McCarthy - I will always remember the plays and musicals, those dreadful Wednesday nights working on the Mountaineer, having Mr. Keith for at least two classes a day for three years, and my wonderful experience with Miss Siudzinski's volleyball team. Cindy Younglund - Cheerleading, ditching third hour P.E. with Jessica and going out to breakfast all the time, directing the play, and most of all. being allowed to get out and graduate in December. Suzanne Mikel - Brigadoon, having the lead role, and being taken care of by Mrs. Irwin because I seemed to catch every bug and virus just before the show. Scott Pedersen -1 have eaten Roby’s food and survived. My hundred and one ways to destroy the clutch on the family car, and I will also never forget the regret of the loss of my cranial covering, more well known as hair. Steve Laing - Ninth grade health class, building outhouses after we burn them, the Nort-a-thons, Sheriff Day making me pay to get into my own dance, and above all, feeling sorry for next year’s caged up kids. Steve Thomson - Super times with super friends, all the uncles and inside jokes, the computer room and everything that went on in there, golf trips with Tom Nichol, Roger Belleau, and Danny Downs, (wa-wa-woo), basketball, homecoming, and the grade school parking lot. Shawn Chadwick - I will remember most about the time we tried to organize a senior ditch day, and all the problems we encountered in doing so. Sabine Lieske - When the cheerleading squad got along, and the best years spent with Howard. Shon Dermody The fun playing basketball, and all the fun we had working on the paper and yearbook, track and other activities with all my friends. Dennis Schlarbaum - My most memorable moment is undoubtedly the day I passed English. Although the key to my success is the speech I made on the Life and times of Rudolph the red-nosed reindeer and his brother Comet.’’ And last and least, I will hold my memories of the Administration 79A. Senior memories 71 Activities KEITH KOFFORD Mountaineering club, publications, track, church. DAVE LAESSIG Math club. Student Council. National Honor Society, class officer. Spanish Club, basketball, football. STEVE LAING. Student Council. National Honor Society. E Club, class officer, jazz band, band, select choir, track, football, wrestling. Voc-Tech. plays. SABINE LIESKE. Cheerleading. Student Council, class officer, select choir, gymnastics, swimming, basketball, track, spirit club, plays. MARK LOVENBURG Pep band. E Club, band, swimming. KAREN MAITLAND Spanish Club. band. Welco Honor Band, church youth group, church choir, bell choir. Girl Scouts. MIKE MCCAREY. Pep band. Spanish Club, band, plays. Boys' State. LOUISE MCCARTHY Cheerleading. Student Council. E Club. French Club. Spanish Club, publications, select choir, volleyball, track, spirit club, plays. MARK MESSINGER Mountaineering club. Student Council, track, football, search and rescue, baseball, aviation club. SUZANNE MIKEL. Select choir, show choir, volleyball, track, spirit club, plays. SCOTT MILLER Football, wrestling BILL MITCHELL. Student Council. KRIS MOURAS. Spanish Club. MELANIE MURPHY. French Club, publica-tions. select choir. PAT MURRAY Football. KATHY PARRACK. National Honor Society. French Club, publications, band, volleyball. Welco Honor Band, church youth group, church choir. JESSICA PATTERSON. Student Council. French Club, publications, plays. SCOTT PEDERSEN Mountaineering club. E Club. French Club, jazz band, track, football, wrestling. Boy Scouts, church youth group. Boys' State. ANDREW PUZMAN Mountaineering club, track, cross country. LINDA RAMEY Band. MITZI REJESKE. Student Council. National Honor Society. E Club, class officer. Spanish Club, select choir, swimming, basketball, math club. LISA RHUARK. Student Council. National Honor Society, select choir, volleyball, tennis, plays. BOB RUTHERFORD Mountaineering club. National Honor Society. Spanish Club. band, select choir, basketball, plays, intramural Keith Kofford Mark Lovenburg Mark Messinger Dave Laessig Karen Maitland Suzanne Mikel Steve Laing Mike McCarey Scott Miller Sabine Licskc Louise McCarthy Bill Mitchell volleyball. SHAWN SALLEE. Track, football, wrestling. DENNIS SCHLARBAUM. Mountaineering club. E Club, track, football, wrestling, search and rescue, plays. Boys' State. KEVIN SCHUMAKER Mountaineering club. E Club, publications, basketball, golf, aviation club. DAN SINNER. Track, football, wrestling. MICHELE SNYDER. Select choir, gymnastics. plays. KELLI SPAUR. E Club. Spanish Club, volleyball, basketball, track. Girl Scouts. Rainbow Girls. CAROL SWICKARD Select choir, volleyball, basketball, track. OLE SYKES. Spanish Club, swimming. STEVE THOMSON Pep band. Student Council. National Honor Society. E Club, jazz band. band. FCA. basketball, golf, baseball. Welco Honor Band, math club. Boys' State. JAMES TINSLEY. Pep band. E Club. Spanish Club. band, select choir, show choir, swimming, golf, plays. LIBBY UNDERWOOD. Select choir, gymnastics. volleyball, spirit club, plays, summer softball. BART VERRY Math club. E Club. Spanish Club, basketball, track manager, golf, plays. NANCY VINZENZ. Football manager, wrestling manager. PHILLIP WAGNER Ski racing. RUSS WHITNEY. Mountaineering club. Student Council. Spanish Club, swimming, golf. CHRIS YOUNGHEIM Football. 72 Seniors Mark Montgomery Kristine Mouras Melanie Murphy Pat Murray Kathy Parrack Jessica Patterson Scott Pedersen Andy Puszman Linda Ramey Michelle Rejeske Lisa Rhuark Bob Rutherford Shawn Sallee Dennis Schlarbaum Kevin Schumaker Dan Sinner Michele Snyder Kelli Spaur Carol Swickard Ole Sykes Steve Thomson James Tinsley Libby Underwood Bart Verry Nancy Vinzenz Phillip Wagner Rebecca Wallace Russ Whitney Chris Youngheim Cindy Younglund Seniors 73 Football 74 Juniors FRONT ROW: Manager Sharon Rumley. Frank Stetson. Dave Kcmmer, Rodney Rudel. Mark Cross. Mike Haughey. Stanley Beckman. Jim Dickinson. Chris Backstrum. Mark Denning, and manager Kathi Bush. MIDDLE ROW: Jim Pinson. Jeff Arnold. Peter Dunmirc. Jim Evans. Chris Youngheim. Scott Miller. Steve Abrames. Ron Bazman. Mark Mcssingcr. Mark Pallissard, Ray Carlton, and Scott Spaur BACK ROW: Head Coach Perry Black. Assistant Coach George Carlson. John Brandly. Russ Thomas. Scott Pedersen. Jim Radcliffe. Steve Laing. Tim Crowley. Dan Sinner. Dennis Schlarbaum. Glenn Dunnirc. Tom Denning. Shawn Sallee. Scott Kirkland, and Assistant Coach Brian Martens. Class of ’80 gets their act together Finally coming out of a two year slump, the Class of ’80 put its shoulder to the wheel and made money for prom. Under the leadership of President Ann Houtz, the juniors sold suckers. Bobcat keyrings, sponsored bake sales, and the annual spaghetti supper, among other money-raising activities. Class Sponsor Frank Faiella commented that he was ‘‘very pleased with those students who had done the bulk of the work.” He expressed disappointment, however, with the class homecoming float, feeling that its poor placing in the homecoming parade was a result of an overall lack of class organization. President Houtz, on the other hand, was more optimistic in her views. She stated that “I’m really pleased with the way they’ve responded. They seem more interested in their class this year than before. I’ve really had a lot of fun as class president.” Selected for the ESA Good Student Awards were Jim Evans and Jan Johnson. Heading up the class leadership besides Houtz were Vice-president Larry Tyson, secretary Suzy Nichol, and Student Council Representative Dave Kemmer. SUPPER TIME. Class President Ann Houtz and Vice-president Larry Tyson dish out pasta at the Junior Class spaghetti supper. Cindy Acton Pat Adams Cathie Albrecht Adam Arnold Jeff Arnold Terry Atkins Steph Austin Karen Baar Chris Backstrum Kipp Baker Sue Becker Debbie Birdsong Sherry Bonno John Brandly Jim Bray Rick Brines Linda Burcaw Cindy Burke Ginny Burgess Kathi Bush Carol Caldwell Jodi Carlson Terri Carney Ann Carpenter Neil Casey Tara Castle Corinne Cheney Joe Clements Ray Comcau Mark Cross v J Volleyball FRONT ROW: Managers Debbie Dike. Theresa Hennig and Linda Burcaw. MIDDLE ROW: Carol Swickard. Linda Brandly. Carol Caldwell. Sandy Gugler. Steph Austin, and Carol Duell. BACK ROW: Coach Joan Siudzinski. Sharon Dermody. Steff Ebel. Jan Johnson. Lisa Harvill. Kellie Spaur. and Coach Terri Huck. Juniors 75 A Nancy Downs Peter Dunmirc Peggy Durward Stephanie Ebel Boli Emch Dcbby Essex Jim Evans Jim Eyman Julie Ford Joel Fredrickson Dan Grogan T. J. Hanes Theresa Hcnnig Deann Herman Heidi Heroux Sarah Hottel Ann Houtz Tim Jacobs Jan Johnson Gregg Jurgens Stephen Kasanovich Hans Kell David Kemmer Lori Kemper Kathy Kendrick Kevin Kester Martha Kilbourn Kirk Kofford Kevin Kvols Kristi Leonard Ray Lesser Mike Livesay Kim Mabie Kelly Maher Bobbie Marriott Cyndy McLaren v J Gymnastics FRONT ROW: Karen Grady and Carolyn Backstrum. BACK ROW: Michelle Synder. Audre Morris. Lisa Abrames. Coach Pat Boyle. Lisa Pedersen, and Debbie Williams. 76 Juniors Valerie McMains Kim Moody Anita Moore Laura Muirhead John Murphy Suzy Nichol Mark Nicholson Mark Pallissard Jim Pinson Ken Porter Lisa Pugh Hans Ritschard Rodney Rudcl David Rudisell Sharon Rumley Laura Schroeder Sue Shilhan Marie Sicbcnalcr Cathy Sinner Richard Slizcski Mindy Smith Scott Spaur Biff Stearn Frank Stetson Dion Tcrmin Van Truel Larry Tyson Sandy VanCamp Dale Vinzcnz Melanie Weyland Joni Whitehurst Bo Williams Connie Wittig Connie Wood Lynne Yancey Thumper Young V J Golf KNEELING: Shawn Duell, Charlie Hix. Heidi Bigler. Biff Stearn. Toni Brown, Richard Slizeski. and Alan Nugent. STANDING: Russ Whitney. Roy Johnson. Steve Thomson. Bart Verry. Doug Stearn. Hale Kell. Jon Steele. Doug Miller. Dave Bush. Kevin Schumakcr, and Coach Jim Williamson. Juniors 77 Sophomores maintain apathetic tradition Class of ’81 soars to the top? Even though the above motto was printed on T-shirts by members of the sophomore class, the attitude of most of the Class of ’81 seems to have been rather apathetic. The sophomore year is one notorious for inactivity on the part of students, and the Class of ’81 followed this tradition. The sophomores were led by Ty Ricker as president and Jim Dickinson as vice-president. Ann Clements was secretary-treasurer; David Denning was class representative. The ESA Outstanding Students from the Class of ’81 were Dickinson and Heidi Bigler. The class was very cooperative and worked hard on their float.” commented Sponsor Laura Anderson. There was a lot of class participation. During homecoming week the sophomores were awarded third place in float-building and fourth place in hall decorations. You get your driver’s license, and you have more freedom,” observed sophomore Kelly Hutchins, “but the best thing about being a sophomore is that you’re not a freshman anymore.” MAD HATTERS. Sophomores Elisabeth Mcnning. Joyce Janosec. and Karen Van Beber show their school spirit on hat day during homecoming week. Cross country Doug Evans. Scott Anderson. Coach Mike Wilson. Dave Potter. Dave Switzer. Tracy Atkins, and Andrew Puszman. 78 Sophomores Cheri Albrecht Debbie Anderson Jackie Angus Joe Baker Mark Bana Jenny Barlow Stan Beckman Heidi Bigler Sara Boles Jerry Boomsma Linda Brandly Nancy Burgess Lori Cazan Brad Chrisman Lori Clark Ann Clements Matt Coale Todd Copper Valerie Crowley David Denning Karen Dcrmody Jim Dickinson Debbie Dike John Dobler Renee Dragon Dan Dull Dave Durnal Terry Fairbanks Jamie Flynn Gail Fredrickson v J Wrestling FRONT ROW: Student Coach Tim Moon. Scott Miller. Bo Williams. Neil Casey. Harry Schroeder. Joe Baker, and Scott Carlson. BACK ROW: Assistant Coach Pat Boyle. Scott Kirkland. Dan Sinner. Shawn Sallee. Stan Beckman. Kevin Flynn. Jim Pinson, and Coach George Carlson. Sophomores 79 Kevin Gorackc Caren Grady Colleen Grady Kerri Halsey David Hanes Beth Harding Terri Harvill Mike Haughey Shamane Herman Cindy Hockelbcrg Charles Holman Kelly Hutchins Jill Jandrain Joyce Ja nosec Caren Jensen Anne Jochems Arnie Johnson Ricky Kearney Peggy Kelly Martha Kemmer Deborah Kenyon Edward Kcster Lisa King Scott Kirkland Jennie Knutson Stacy Laing Jeff Legler Kcrwyn Mabic Bob Matherne John McBride v J Boys’ basketball FRONT ROW: John Brandly, Jim Dickinson, Dave Durnal, Chris Backstrum. Rodney Rudel, Kevin Schumaker. and manager Bart Verry. BACK ROW: trainer Tad Campbell. Bob Rutherford. Mark Bana. Shon Dermody. Kerwin Mabie. Jeff Arnold. Steve Durnal. Manager. Toni Brown, and Coach Dennis Snell. 80 Sophomores r Richard Michener Kandy Miller Mike Miller Lisa Montgomery Tammy Norman Eric Northcutt Alan Nugent Steve Osborn Mary Cate Patterson Paula Pochop Cliff Putney Laura Reed Laura Rejeske Ty Ricker Jack Robertson Gayle Roof Stan Sallee Cheryle Schwery Lance Siebert Lora Shumaker Kevin Smith Todd Smith Liz Stanley Scott Stetson Brenda Swickard Chad Thomas Karen Van Beber Lora Wagner Lcs Wicmers Mark Willcoxen V J Girls’ basketball FRONT ROW: Debbie Dike. Colleen Grady. Corinne Cheney, Cindy Burke. Carol Duel), and Steph Austin ROW TWO: Sandy Gugler. Claudia Jensen. Susie Nichol. Jan Johnson. Karen Dcrmody. and Michelle Rejeske. ROW THREE: Terry Atkins. Anne Kirk. Sharon Dermody. Kelli Spaur. Cathy Sinner, and Caren Jensen BACK ROW: Coach Joan Siudzinski and Coach Jim Williamson. Sophomores 81 BOMBS AWAY! Teacher George Carlson assumes an executioner's pose as he drops eggs to their ultimate destiny in an earth science demonstration. ’82 finishes initial year The 98 members of the Class of 82 made their presence known in a number of ways. They were one of the most immature freshman classes to come into the new building. This immaturity urged some teachers to moniter their locker area to prevent food fights, water fights and other senseless violence. They did pull through and put together a float for homecoming that captured second place, but their efforts in hall decorations received last place. Honors went to Lisa Abrames and Scott Carlson when they were chosen as recipients of the ESA Outstanding Student Awards. The Class of ’82 was led by President Abrames and Vice-President Lisa Wenger. Regina Lord held the office of secretary, and Student Council representative was Harry Schroeder. David James and Carolyn Backstrum were chosen as president and vice-president in the May 25 school elections to help lead the class through their sophomore year. Swimming FRONT ROW: Hans Ritschard. Joe Clements and Regan Cheney. MIDDLE ROW: Russ Whitney. Doug Gardiner. 01c Sykes. Sam Clausen. Dave Bush and Mark Lovenburg. BACK ROW: Coach Bob Johnson and Manager Kevin Kester. 82 Freshmen Gilbert Abachiche Lisa Abrames Sean Allen Jim Anderson Scott Anderson Carolyn Backstrum Bill Becker Jill Becker John Beckett Holly Benham Brian Bray Marlene Burke Debbie Campbell Tadd Campbell Scott Carlson Kelli Carrier Tim Carney Bobbi Carpenter Regan Cheney David Clark Suzie Clark Tom Clark Troy Clark Angie Coalc Peter Crisi Heidi Davies Cindy Digman Chris Dmytronko Laura Dmytronko Shawn Duell Gail Dunn Nancy Dunn Jill Edwards Nancy Eisenhouer Chris Elic Baseball FRONT ROW: Jon Steele. Anita Moore. Lisa Friedrich. Terri Carney. Julie Ford. Shannon Mulhern. and Mike Haughey. MIDDLE ROW: Adam Arnold. Hans Kell. Chris Backstrum. Craig Duell. Kevin Flynn. Kelly Hutchins. Sandy Gugler, Jim Dickinson. Steve Thomson, and Arnie Johnson. BACK ROW: Head Coach Jerry McMurray. Dan Grogan. Tyron Mabie. Mark Nicholson. Mark Bana, Kcrwyn Mabie. Les Wiemers, Dan Sinner. Mark Pallissard. Roy Johnson. Dale Vinzenz. Joel Fredrickson, and Assistant Coach Pat Boyle. Freshmen 83 r A Glen Essex Doug Evans Jeff Evans Jon Firnhaber Kevin Flynn Lynn Gardiner Jenny God bo It Chip Halfhill Julie Harding Melissa Hcincmann Dayna Hender Shannon Henderson Robby Hintz Charles Hix David James Claudia Jensen Roy Johnson Nicky Kane Hale Kell Anne Kirk Dawn Koretko Regina Lord Tyron Mabie Michele Maddalcna Larry Marohl Gary Marriott Larry Marriott Dean Martin Michelle McEneny Marty Miller Sherri Miller Dale Mitchell Jim Mitchell Jennifer Montgomery Audrc Morris Mardi Morris Girls’ track FRONT ROW: Kathy Bush. Elisabeth Menning, Sharon Dcrmody, Angie Coale. Sally Schneidkraut. MIDDLE ROW: Julie Muir. Cindy Burke. Paula Pochop. Lisa King. Ann Jochcms. Dawn Koretko. and Kara Saldccn. BACK ROW: Coach Karl Ebcl. Coach Joan Siudzinski. Susie Nichol. Karen Dermody. Steff Ebel. Terry Atkins. Tracy Atkins. Anne Kirk. Claudia Jensen. Cathy Sinner. Tara Castle. Coach Mike Wilson. Coach Perry Black. 84 Freshmen Shannon Mulhern Jill Nelson Melody Oetken Blaync Patrick David Potter Lisa Pedersen Jona Phipps Karla Porter Cindy Porterfield Lynn Pratt Kevin Primrose Kevin Ratzlaff Jim Reed Don Reeder Brenda Roof Kara Saldeen Joel Scegial Brian Schaefer Kris Schlagel Harry Schroeder Kevin Schwery Barbara Siebenalcr Doug Smith David Sperry Doug Stearn Jon Steele Kris Swank David Switzer Robin Tallman Chris Underwood Nik Vacek Lisa Wenger Tammy Whiteman Debbie Williams Gaith Wilson Diane Wittig v _____________ Boys’ track FRONT ROW: Ty Lemmer. Dave Switzer. Harry Schroeder. Bill Becker. Blayne Patrick. Scott Anderson, and Doug Evans. MIDDLE ROW: Bart Verry. Jim Evans. John Murphy. Dan Dull. Steve Osborn. Jamie Flynn. Matt Coale. and Peter Dunmire. BACK ROW: Coach Perry Black. Coach Karl Ebcl. Jim Coale. Ron Bazman. Rodney Rudel. Russ Whitney. Andrew Puszman, Jeff Arnold. Glenn Dunmire. Tom Denning. Steve Durnal. Mark Denning. Shon Dermody. Coach Joan Siudzinski. and Coach Mike Wilson. Freshmen 85 PUBLIC FORUM. Candidates vying for school board seats state their opinions in a public forum session prior to the May 8 election. 3 elected to school board On May 8, despite snowy, hazardous weather, voters turned out in record numbers to elect new school board members. Barbara Nichol. Hillery Parrack, and Jim Ranglos were elected from the 11 candidates vying for the board. All three will serve the Estes Park school system for four years. Board members whose seats were up for election were Leslie Pratt, A1 Sinner, and Joe Underwood. Sinner was the only incumbent seeking re-election. Candidates voiced their opinions on ways in which they would like to see the board run at an Estes Park Forum public question and answer session and by KSIR s “Common Point” program. Mr. Herb Wenger Superintendent of Schools Mrs. June Patten Director of Business Services Mrs. Jan Fletcher Secretary to the Superintendent 86 Administration Mr. Gordon Rudel High School Principal Mr. Perry Black Assistant Principal. Driver Education. Head Football Coach TWO RUDELS ARE BETTER THAN ONE. Principal Gordon Rudel and reflection flank Carol Duell and Steve Laing on senior checkout day. Staff turnover is minimal Eight teachers joined the staff at Park High School in the fall, while one teacher decided to leave by the time summer rolled around and vacation started. Mr. George Carlson accepted a teaching and coaching position in Phoenix. Arizona after being on the Estes Park staff for nine years. Mr. Brian Martens handed in his resignation. which became effective at the end of the first semester. Leaving for Latin America next fall will be Mrs. Lee Ann Lee. who was granted a sabbatical leave. The lengthy salary dispute between teachers and the Estes Park School Board finally came to an end on Oct. 25. when the board voted to change the method of determining teachers’ salaries from the flat-increment schedule to the old percentage-index schedule. They had vigorously opposed the flat-increment schedule, stating that 37 teachers’ salaries would be reduced the first year. Estes Park Education Association (EPEA) members felt that if the new schedule was put into action teachers would move to Estes, learn the profession, and then transfer to a school where they would receive a higher salary. Another gripe of the teachers was that the new contract would not have rewarded teachers with seniority or those with advanced training. Needless to say. EPEA members are extremely satisfied with the board’s final decision. Highlights during the year came when Mr. Lynn Campbell played for President and Mrs. Carter at the White House and when he appeared in the Grand Old Opry in Nashville. Mr. Charlie Whiting was an election judge and also served on jury duty in Fort Collins. Miss Laura Anderson English. Spanish. Speech. Speech Coach. World Literature Miss Barbara Anton Typing I Mrs. Lois Bigler Algebra. Survey of Math Mr. Lynn Campbell American Cultures. U.S. History. Economics Mr. George Capwell Woodworking Mr. George Carlson Mr. Charlie Clark Physical Science. Head Wrestling Band. Music Lab. Jazz Band. Coach. Assistant Football Coach Drill Team Sponsor Mrs. Ann Day English 88 Faculty SCHOOL BOARD LISTENS. Trustees pay close attention to a speaker at the school board meeting. Mr. Frank Faiclla Drafting. Work Study Mr. David Flom College Board Grammar. English. Dramatics Mr. Tom Hardgrovc Biology Mrs. Terry Huck Librarian. Assistant Volleyball Coach Mrs. Claudia Irwin Choir. Guitar. Psychology. First Aid. Mountain Emergencies Mrs. Jeanine Jones Typing. Shorthand. Office Practice. Bookkeeping Mr Bob Keith English. American Cultures. Publications Adviser Mrs. Paula Laing Ceramics. Drawing. Anthropology and Art Faculty 89 English staff sets change Five teachers, Ms. Laura Anderson, Mrs. Ann Day, Mr. David Flom, Mrs. Theresa Huck, and Mr. Bob Keith, worked hard during the spring on devising a new high school English curriculum. This curriculum will change the entire structure for English at Park High School. Every grade level will follow a set curriculum. Teachers hope to work together to make English more worthwhile for students. A style sheet will be given to all English students in the fall, which they will follow for all assignments. Teachers will rely less on contemporary texts and more on paperbacks. Grade and middle school teachers are also involved, as the program will be district wide. WHAT A DAY! Exhausted English Instructor Ann Day cleans her desk and prepares to head for home after a hectic day of presiding over unruly students for six hours. Mrs. Lee Ann Lee Spanish. Spanish Club Sponsor Mrs. Cathie McCallum Guidance Counselor Mr. Don Magnuson Anthropology and Art. World History. Geography Mr. Jerry McMurry Guidance Counselor Mrs. Carol Maibach Home Economics. Singles Survival Mrs. Susan Smeltzcr French. English. French Club Sponsor Mr. Brian Martens Woodworking. Assistant Football Coach Mr. Bill Schmidt Math. Metal Shop 90 Faculty Miss Joan Siudzinski Physical Education. Volleyball Girls' Basketball. Track Coach Mr. Dennis Snell Algebra. Advanced Math. Head Basketball Coach. E-Club Sponsor Mr. Mike Wilson Math. Physics. Chemistry. Cross Country. Track Coach Mrs. Sherida Cascbcer Library Assistant Mr. Bob Slizeski Air Space Science. Math. Aviation Club Sponsor Mrs. Marsha Snell Typing. General Business, FBLA and NHS Sponsor ▲ J Mr. Charlie Whiting American Government. Physical Education RAMPANTLY RUNNING. Teachers Lee Ann Lee and Laura Anderson demonstrate their jogging talent as they unwind after a long day hard day of work. Mr. Jim Williamson Physical Education. Golf Coach. Assistant Girls' Basketball Coach Miss Monica Wolfe Special Education Mrs. Joan Atkins Substitute Teacher Mrs. Gladys Kell Substitute Teacher Mr. Bill Moran Substitute Teacher Faculty 91 They are people pleasers School is more than just classes, teachers, and books. Many people work at varied and often thankless jobs to keep the school running efficiently. The office was kept in working order by secretaries Ellen Downs and Lee O’Dell. Their time was filled not only with the usual concerns of a business office, but also with the special needs of the students. A new addition to the office staff was the hiring of Guidance Secretary Nancy Condon. Mrs. Condon worked with the counselors to keep files and assist the students. The first aid room was manned by Nurse Connie Goracke, who has been with the school system for several years. She devoted her mornings to the middle school and afternoons to the high school. Her job included sight and hearing tests and the filling out of medical and health forms, along with the care of sick or injured students. Head custodian Lee Bauer, assisted by John Schlegel and Jerry Brumleve, worked to keep the school clean and in working order. The custodians were plagued by the problem of vandalism, especially by students who stayed after school unsupervised. As Schlegel noted. We’ll clean something up and come by five minutes later to find it dirty again.” For the third year Mrs. Berneice Roby was a part of the morning schedule of many students who listened to her announcement of the lunch menu on KSIR. She said that the hardest part of her job was trying to satisfy so many different appetites, but that the percentage of kids causing trouble was small. Along with her husband Carl and their five employees, Mrs. Roby served lunch daily for three schools, including a la carte lines in the middle and high schools to try to please a greater number of people. The service personnel not only have to please the students but the faculty as well, certainly not an easy task. HELLO? Mrs Ellen Downs takes time out to take down a message for Mr. Gordon Rude!. HELPING HAND. Guidance Secretary Nancy Condon looks up from an excess of work. A SLICE OF LIFE. Mr. Carl Roby slices lunch meat for the noon meal. 92 Service personnel WITCH’S BREW. Mrs. Bcrncicc Roby (left) chuckles wickedly as she whips up lunch. WORKING HARD Head Custodian Lee Bauer (below) strides briskly across the student center to set up chairs for graduation. OFFICE HELP Nurse Connie Goracke exhibits a cheerful smile for the photographer while Mrs Lee O'Dell works diligently on office records Service personnel 93 SUN SUITORS. School drifts further from the minds of Ginny Burgess. Mindy Smith. T. J. Hanes, and Lynne Yancey as they anticipate summer. ifv It’s a well-known fact that excessive cracking of the books may cause a temporary short in the cerebrum. And as the school year drew to a close, students generally allowed their minds to wander from homework. Everyone began to focus on suntans, squirt guns, string bikinis - anything associated with warm weather. Although Estes seemed to have been somewhat forgotten when Mother Nature distributed spring weather. Park High students didn’t seem to notice. With many varied spring activities, students found little time to think about warm temperatures. Between track meets, baseball games, and atrocious amounts of homework, there was hardly enough time to squeeze in even an hour of sleep. As usual, homework often took second place to less taxing activities. Neither rain, snow, nor the wrath of teachers kept students from attending concerts, parties, picnics, or other more desirable diversions. Despite the fact that nine months is a long time, it goes quickly when it is filled with things to do. Prom came and went, spring sports ended, and seniors had diplomas in their hands before they realized it. With that, the school year ended. As with anything in life, it had its ups and downs. Above all, students experienced another school year — one with good times and fun, hard work and difficulties — in short, a microcosm of life. 94 Closing Abachiche. Gilbert • 83 Abrames. Lit • 5.22.49.75.82.83 Abrames. Steve • 6.14.43.68.74 Acton. Cindy • 75 Adams. Pat - 75 Albrecht. Cathie • 5.75.79 Albrecht. Cheri • 60 Allen. Sean • 83 Anderson. Debbie • 79 Anderson. Jim - 83 Anderson. Ms. Laura • 78.88.90,91 Anderson. Scott- 67.78.83.84 Angus. Jackie - 79 Anton. Miss Barbara • 88 Arnold. Adam - 14.24.34.75.83.96 Arnold. Jeff - 24.74.75.80.85 Atkins. Mrs. Joan • 58.91 Atkins. Terry - 19.75.81.84 Atkins. Tracy - 10.11.14.28.29.68.71.78.84 Austin. Greg • 12.13.14.32.34.60.68.71 Austin. Steph - 8.9.40.75.81 Baar, Karen • 75 Backstrum. Carolyn - 5.15.64.76.82.83 Backstrum. Chris • 24.26.39.65.75.80.83 Bair. David - 55.68.70 Baker. Joe - 79 Baker. Joy - 2.33.40.61.68 Baker. Kipp - 75 Bana. Mark - 79.80.83 BAND • 58.59 Barlow. Jenny - 79 BASEBALL - 24.25.83 Batchelor. Sandra • 43.67.68 Bauer. Mr Lee • 92.93 Baiman. Ron • 34.37.40.46.68.70.85.96 Becker. Bill • 83.84 Becker. Jill . 83 Becker. Sue - 7S Becket. John • 83 Beckman. Stan • 20.74.79 Benham. Holly - 83 Bigler. Heidi - 10.77.78.79 Bigler. Mrs Lois • 88 Birdsong. Debbie • 75 Bluck, Mr Perry - 6.74.84.85.87 Boles. Sara - 79 Bonno. Sherry • 75 Bonno. Wendy - 68.70 Boomsma, Jerry . 79 Boyle. Mr Pat • 5.79.83 BOYS BASKETBALL - 16.17.80 Brandly. John - 6.16.17.63.74.75.80 Brandly. Linda - 75.79 Bray. Brian - 83 Bray. Greg • 68 Bray. James • 75 Brines. Rick - 75 Brown. Tom - 54 Brown. Toni • 10.68.70.77.80 Brumleve. Jerry ■ 92 Burcaw. Linda - 75 Burgess. Betsy • 68 Burgess. Ginny • 39.52.62.75.94 Burgess. Nancy - 79 Burke. Cindy • 75.81.84 Burke. Jolene • 68.71 Burke. Marlene • 83 Bush. David • 10.69.77.82 Bush. Kathy • 63.74.75.84 Butler. Dan • 56.70 Caldwell. Carol • 9.23.40.75 Campbell. Dan - 96 Campbell. Debbie • 83 Campbell. Mr Lynn - 88 Campbell. Tadd - 49.80.83 CAMPUS LIFE - 30.64 Capwell. Mr George • 88 Carlson. Mr. George - 79.82.88 Carlson. Jodi - 75 Carlson. Scott - 20.79.82.83 Carlton. Ray • 69 Carney. Terry - 22.75.83 Carney. Timmy - 83 Carpenter. Ann • 75 Carpenter. Bobbi - 83 Carrier. Kelli - 83 Casebeer. Mrs Sherida - 91 Casey. Neil - 20.75.79 Castle. Tara - 75.84 Carter. President Jimmy - 88 Casan. Lori - 79 Chadwick. Shawn • 71 Cheney. Corinne • 59.75.81 Cheney. Flint - 43.69.70 Cheney. Regan - 24.82.83 Chnsman. Brad - 79 Clark. Mr Charlie • 15.58.59.88 Clark. David • 83 Clark. Lori . 79 Clark. Tom - 83 Clark. Troy - 83 Clark. Suzanne - 83 Clausen. Sam • 69.82 Clements. Ann - 62.78.79 Clements. Joe • 75.82 Coale. Angie . 22.83.84 Coale. Jim - 22.61.69.71.85 Coale. Matt 3.79.85 Comeau. Ray - 75 Condon. Mrs Nancy • 92 Connor. Scott • 60 Connor. Val - 60 Copper. Todd • 51.79 Crisi. Peter - 83 CROSS-COUNTRY - 78 Cross. Mark - 75 Crowley. Tim - 6.69.74 Crowley. Val • 79 Curry. Dave • 69 Davies. Heidi - 83 Davies. Maria • 75 Davis. Clay • 75 Davis. Millie • 22 Day. Mrs Ann • 88.90 Denning. David - 78.79 Denning. Mark - 6.28.29.70.74.85 Denning. Tom • 27.28.74.85 Dcrmody. Karen • 18.28.79.81.84 Dcrmody. Sharon • 8.9.14.18.19.28.29.69.75.81.84 Dcrmody. Shon - 14.17.27.28.46.69.80.85.96 Dewitt. Merry • 69.70 Dickinson. Jim - 17.24.50.74.78.80.83 Diamond. Cindy • 83 Dike. Debbie - 75.79.81 Dmytronko. Chris • 83 Dmytronko. Laura - 83 Dobler. John - 79 Downs. Mrs. Ellen • 92 Downs. Nancy - 76 Dragon. Renee • 79 DRILL TEAM - 58.59 Duel). Carol - 8.9.69.81.87 Duell, Craig • 69.83 Duell. Lisa • 69.70 Duell. Shon • 83 Dull. Dan - 79.85 Dunker. Steve • 69.70 Dunmire. Glenn • 7.69.70.74.85 Dunmire. Peter - 28.74.76.85 Dunn. Gail • 83 Dunn. Nancy • 83 Durnal. David - 79.80 Duma!. Steve - 16.28.40.69.80.85 Durward. Peggy • 53.76 Ebel. Mr Karl • 17.84.85 Ebel. Steph • 9.28.76.84 E-CLUB - 64.65 Edwards. Jill • 83 Eisenhauer. Nancy • 83 Elic. Chris - 83 Emch. Boli . 36,76 Essex. Debbie • 76 Essex. Glen • 45.84 Estes Park Education Association • 88 Evans. Doug • 11.85 Evans. Jeff - 78.84 Evans. Jim - 28.62.6S.74.7S.84.85 Eyman. David • 76 Faiella. Mr Frank - 89 Fairbanks. Terry - 79 FBLA • 64 Fiddler on the Roof . 32.33 Firnhaber. Jon • 84 Fletcher. Mrs. Jan - 86 Flom. Mr. David - 12.13.89.90 Flynn. Kevin -21.79.83.84 Flynn. Jamie • 79.85 Ford. Julie • 76.83 Frederickson. Gail • 62.79 Frederickson. Joel • 76.83 Fricker. Andy 69 Friedrich. Lisa - 79.83 Gardiner. Doug • 10.82 Gardiner. Lynn - 84 Gardiner. Mike - 79 GIRLS- BASKETBALL - 18.19.81 God bolt. Jenny • 84 Goracke. Mrs. Connie - 92.93 Gorackc. Kevin - 50.80 Grady, Caren • 5.76.80 Grady. Colleen • 80.81 Grand Old Opry - 88 Grogan. Dan - 27.47.76.83 Gugler. Sandy - 9.18.19.69.75.81.83 Halfhill. Chip - 84 Halsey. Kerri • 80 Hanes. David 80 Hanes. T J. - 62.76.94 Hardgrove. Mr Tom • 89 Harding. Beth - 80 Harding. Julie - 84 Hardistcr. Mike • 69 Harvill. Lisa - 9.69 Harvill, Terri • 80 Haughey. Fara • 14.69 Haughey. Mike - 80.83 Heinemann. Melissa • 84 Hander. Dayna - 84 Henderson. Shannon • 84 Hcnnig. Theresa - 53.76 Herman. Deann • 76 Herman. Shamane • 80 Heroux. Heidi - 76 Hcrtrich. Greg • 56 Hintz. Kris - 45.69 Hmtz. Robert • 84 Hix. Charlie - 77.84 Hockelberg. Cindy - 80 Hoff. Judy - 67.71 Holman. Charles • 80 HOMECOMING - 14.15 Hottel. Sara • 76 Houtz. Ann - 3.33.76.96 Houtz. Dave - 69 Huck. Mrs Theresa - 75.89.90 Hutchins. Kelly • 79.80.83 Ingold. Chris • 69 INTRAMURAL VOLLEYBALL - 26.27 Irwin. Mrs Claudia - 33.60.89 Jacobs. Tim - 76 James. David - 82.84 Jandrain. Jill • 80 Janosec. Joyce - 78.80 Janosec. Mary - 69 Jenkins. Jody - 63.69.71 Jensen. Caren • 80.81 Jensen. Claudia - 81.84 Jochems. Anne • 80.84 Johnson. Arnie - 24.80.83 Johnson. Mr Bob - 24.82 Johnson. Jan - 9.18.6S.7S.76.81 Johnson. Roy - 83,84 Jones. Mrs. Jeanine • 89 Jurgens. Greg • 76 Kane. Nicky - 84 Kasanovich. Steve - 76 Kearney. Ricky • 80 Keith. Mr Bob • 42.45.54.89.90.96 Kell. Mrs Gladys - 91 Kell. Hale - 84 Kell. Hans ■ 76.83 Kelly. Peggy - 80 Kemmer. Dave - 35.74.76 Kemmer. Martha • 80 Kemper. Lori - 76 Kendrick. Kathy - 76 Kenyon. Deborah • 80 Kester. Kevin - 13.44.76.82.96 Kestor. Ed • 80 Key. Jim - 69 Kilbourn. Martha • 76 Kilbourn. Susan - 69.71 King. Lisa - 50.80.84 Kingswood. Susan • 69 Kirk. Anne - 81.84 Kirkland. Scott - 79.80 Knutson. Jennie - 80 Kofford. Keith - 72 Kofford. Kirk - 76 Komito. Steve • 30 Koretko. Dawn • 28.49.84 KSIR - 86 Kvols. Kevin - 76 Laessig. Dave - 70.72 Laing. Mrs. Paula - 89 Laing. Stacy - 80 Laing. Steve - 39.57.71.72.87 Lee. Mrs Lee Ann - 62.63.88.90.91 Legler. Jeff -80 Lemmer. Ty - 85 Leonard. Kristi - 53.76 Lesser. Ray - 76 Lieske. Sabine - 71.72 Livesay. Mike • 53.76 Lord. Regina - 82.84 Lovenburg. Mark • 72.82 Mabie. Kerwyn - 24.25.80.83 Index 95 Mabic. Kim • 76 Mabic. Tyron • 83.84 MacGregor's Beggars - 30.31 Maddalena. Michele • 84 Magnuson. Mr. Don • 90 Maher. Kelly - 8.9.23.67.76 Maibach. Mrs Carol - 90 Maitland. Karen - 70.72 MATH CLUB - 64 Matherne. Bob - 80 Marohl. Larry • 84 Marriott. Bobbie • 76 Marriott. Gary • 84 Marriott. Larry • 84 Martens. Mr Brian ■ 6.88.90 Martin. Dean - 84 McBride. John • 80 McCarey. Mike - 71.72 McCarthy. Louise • 26.32.33.42.46.71.72.96 McCallum. Mrs Cathie • 90 McEneny. Michelle • 84 McLaren. Cindy - 76 McMams. Valerie - 76 McMurry. Mr Jerry - 17.83.90 Menning. Elisabeth - 78.80.84 Messenger. Laura - 80 Messenger. Mark - 4S.72.74 Michener. Richard • 81 Mikel. Suzanne - 33.40.71.72 Miller. Doug ■ 10.77 Miller. Kandy • 81 Miller. Martin • 84 Miller. Mike - 81 Miller. Scott - 6.20.21.72.79 Miller. Sheri - 84 Mitchell. Dale - 84 Mitchell. James - 84 Mitchell. William - 57.72 Montgomery. Jennifer - 84 Montgomery. Lisa • 81 Montgomery, Mark • 73 Moody. Kim • 77 Moon. Tim • 79 Moore. Anita - 77.83 Moran. Mr Bill • 26.91 Morris. Audre - 5.48.76.84 Morris. Mardi - 84 MOUNTAINEERING CLUB - 30.64.6S Mouras. Kris • 73 Muir. Julie - 84 Muirhead. Laura - 77 Mulhern. Shannon - 83.8S Murphy. John • 77.85 Murphy. Melanie - 2.42.43.67.70.73.96 Murray. Pat - 73 NHS 64.65 Nelson. Jill - 85 Nichol. Barbara • 86 Nichol. Susie - 19.28.29.77.81.84 Nicholson. Mark - 24.77.83 Niedringhaus, Paul • 36 Norman. Tammy • 62.81 Northcutt. Eric • 81 Nugent. Alan - 81 O'Dell. Mrs Lee 92.93 Oetkcn. Melody - 8S Osborn. Steve ■ 45.81.85 Pallissard. Mark - 27.62.74.77.83 Parrack. Hillery . 86 Parrack. Kathy - 26.42.43.55.65.67.71.73.96 Patrick. Blayne • 85 Patten. Mrs June - 86 Patterson. Jessica • 2.12.33.71.73.96 Patterson. Lisa - 85 Patterson. Mary Cate • 81 Pedersen. Lisa - 5.48.76.85 Pedersen. Scott - 6.54.71.73 Phipps. Jona • 85 Pinson. Bob • 57 Pinson. Jim - 74.77.79 Pochop. Paula . 81.84 Porter. Karla - 49.85 Porter. Ken -52.77 Porterfield. Cindy • 85 Potter. Dave - 78 Pratt, Leslie - 86 Pratt. Lynn - 85 Primrose. Kevin • 85 Pugh. Lisa - 77 Puszman. Andy - 10.28.71.73.78.85 Putney. Cliff • 81 Radcliffc, Jim • 44.74 Ramey. Linda - 70.73 Ranglos. Jim - 86 Ratzlaff. Kevin • 85 Reed. James - 85 Reed. Lauro - 81 Reeder. Debbie • 71 Reeder. Donald • 85 Reeder. Sandi - 56 Rejeske. Laura - 81 Rcjcske. Michelle - 40.42.70.73.81 Rhuark. Lisa - 73 Ricker. Ty - 35.50.78.81 Ritschard. Hans • 25.52.77.82 Robertson. Jack • 81 Roby. Mrs. Bcrneice - 92.93 Roby. Mr Carl - 92 Roof. Brenda • 85 Roof. Gayle • 81 Rudel. Mr Gordon • 87 Rudel. Rodney - 14.17.28.77.85 Rudisell. David • 77 Rumley. Sharon - 63.74.77 Rutherford. Bob - 17.23.27.43.60.73.80 Saldeen, Kara - 84.85 Sallee. Shawn - 20.21.70.73.74.79 Sallee. Stan - 81 Schcigel. Joel - 85 Schaefer. Brian • 85 Schlagcl. Kristin • 85 Schlarbaum. Dennis • 12.13.15.71.73.74 Schlcgcl. John • 92 Schmidt. Mr. Bill • 90 Schneidkraut. Sally ■ 84 School Board - 88.89 Schroeder. Harry - 20.79.82.85 Schroeder. Laura - 62.77 Schumaker. Kevin ■ 10.16.73.77.80.96 Schwery. Cheryl - 81 Schwcry. Kevin • 85 Scott. Herbert • 30 Shilhan. Sue - 77 Shumaker. Lorn - 81 Sicbenaler. Barbara - 85 Siebenalcr. Maria - 77 Siebert. Lance - 45.81 Siudzinski. Miss Joan • 9.18.75.81.84.85.91 Sinner. Al • 86 Sinner. Cathy • 77.81.84 Sinner. Dan - 6.20.24.73.74.79.83 Slizeski. Mr Bob • 91 Slizeski. Richard - 13.23.32.33.62.64.77 Smeltzer. Mrs Susan - 90 Smith. Doug - 85 Smith. Kevin - 81 Smith Mindy ■ 62.65.77.94 Smith. Todd • 51.81 Snell. Mr Dennis • 17.80.91 Snell. Mrs. Marsha - 91 Snyder. Michele - 5.73.76 SPANISH CLUB - 64 Spaur. Kelli - 19.73.75.81 Spaur. Scott - 74.77 SPEECH TEAM - 64 Sperry. David • 85 Stanley. Elizabeth • 81 Stearn. Biff - 63.67.77 Stearn. Doug • 67,77.85 Steele, Jon • 83.85 Stetson. Frank • 74.77 Stetson. Scott - 81 STUDENT COUNCIL - 30.34.35 Swickard. Brenda - 50.81 Swickard. Carol - 9.73 SWIMMING - 24.25.82 Switzer. David - 78.85 Swank. Kris • 62.85 Sykes. Ole - 24.25.63.70.73.82 Tallman. Robin - 85 Ten Little Indians - 12.13 Tcrmin. Dion • 77 Thomas. Chad - 81 Thomas. Russ • 74 Thomson. Steve - 10.11.24.27.40.54.71.73.83 Tinsley. James - 60.71.73 Trail-Gazette - 96 Trucl. Van • 77 Tyson. Larry - 60.77 USAF Falconairres • 30.31 Underwood. Chris • 85 Underwood. Joe • 86 Underwood. Libby - 60.67.73 Vocek. Nick - 85 Van Beber. Karen - 78.81 VanCamp. Sandy • 22.33.77 Vcrry. Bart - 10.70.71.73.77.80.85 Vinzenz. Dale • 77.83 Vinzcnz. Nancy • 73 Wagner. Lora - 81 Wagner. Phil - 73 Wallace. Rebecca • 73 Wenger. Lisa - 63.82.85 Wenger. Mr Herb - 86 Wcyland. Melanie - 12.62.77 Whiting. Mr Charles - 88.91 Whiteheorst, Joni - 22.77 Whiteman. Tommy • 85 Whitney. Russ - 25.62.73.82 Wiemers. Les • 51.81.83 Willcoxen. Mark • 81 Williams. Bo - 77.79 Williams. Dan • 81 Williams. Debbie - 5.85 Williams. Tanya - 81 Williamson. Mr Jim - 10.18.81.91 Wilson. Garth - 85 Wilson. Mr Mike - 10.29.53.78.84.85.91 Wittig. Connie • 77 Wittig. Diane - 85 Wolfe. Miss Monica - 91 Wood. Connie • 22 WRESTLING - 20.21.79 Yancey. Lynne - 12.13.77.94.96 Young. Thumper • 77 Youngheim. Chris -73.74 Younglund. Cindy - 71.73 Youngsters • 45 Zakhem. Senator Sam • 64 350 copies of the 1979 “Whispering Pine” were printed by Walsworth Publishing Company of Marceline, Missouri. Inside paper stock is 80 lb. enamel finish. Body type is Bookman. Headline type is 30 pt. Bookman. The staff would like to thank Dan Campbell and the Trail-Gazette for some of the team sports pictures. Estes Park High School publications hold membership in Columbia Scholastic Press Association and Colorado High School Press Association. Staff: Editors - Shon Dermody and Melanie Murphy: reporters - Adam Arnold. Ann Houtz, Louise McCarthy. Kathy Parrack. Jessica Patterson, and Lynne Yancey; photographers - Ron Bazman. Kevin Kester. and Kevin Schumaker: adviser - Mr. Bob Keith. 96 Index WALSWORTH Marceline, Mo.. U.S.A WALSWORTH MtrcHiiM1, Mo , I'.S.A.